We excited about our new Tanzania AAA and Uganda Sipi Falls Project (RFA & Organic) bean that have arrived for 2017. Here’s some info on both coffees:

Tanzania AAA:

Growing Altitude: 1,400 – 1,800 meters above sea level
Arabica Variety: Kent, Bourbon
Harvest Period: July – August (North); April – May (South)
Milling Process: Washed, Sun-dried
Roast: Medium
Aroma: Soft Pipe Tobacco
Flavour: Citrus – Lemon, Blackberry, Kiwi, Chocolate
Body: Good
Acidity: Bright, Pungent, Citric
Somewhat similar to Kenya coffee, Tanzanian coffee also exhibits a bright and vibrant, winy acidity. It can be sharp,
with a deep, rich and strong taste – true East African coffee. Medium to full bodied; intense and creamy, this
beautiful Tanzanian AAA coffee has sharp citrus notes, hints of black cherry and the flavour of dark brown sugar,
with a very clean finish.

Uganda Sipi Falls Project

REGION: Bugisu, Mt. Elgon – Eastern Uganda
VARIETAL: Bourbon: SL 14, SL 28, Blue Mountain, Bugisu Arabica
FARM: Kawacom – Sipi Falls Project
ALTITUDE: 1500-2500 M
FARMER: Various small holder farmers
ROAST: Medium
NOTES: Washed Process, Organic

This Uganda comes from various family-owned farms located in the Bugisu region on the slopes of Mount Elgon in the Kapchorwa district, Uganda. The Bugisu region is named after the people who are indigenous to the area.

The coffee name was adopted from the scenic landmark, Sipi Falls. This 3 phase waterfall plunges from the slopes of the volcanic Mt. Elgon in eastern Uganda. It was once thought to be the tallest in Africa due to its enormous base. The Sipi Falls coffee project was established in 1999 to strengthen coffee production in the region and create a sustainable income for the now 5000 farmers who are part of this project.

The locals believe God lives on Mt. Elgon far beyond where people venture and that when he is happy, he delivers rain to the bountiful gardens clinging to the mountainside.

Cup Profile:
– Smooth and balanced cup
– Medium body
– Medium acidity
– Sweet and bright flavors of green apple, lemon and cocoa with a creamy chocolate body and subtle acidity.