Kilimanjaro Coffee
Sourced with industry leading ethical standards from farms in the Kilimanjaro region of Tanzania, famous for its rich volcanic soils producing beans with bold & smooth often subtly fruity flavor profiles.
Sourced with industry leading ethical standards from farms in the Kilimanjaro region of Tanzania, famous for its rich volcanic soils producing beans with bold & smooth often subtly fruity flavor profiles.
Sourced with industry leading ethical standards from farms in the Kilimanjaro region of Tanzania, famous for its rich volcanic soils producing beans with bold & smooth often subtly fruity flavor profiles.
The People
We buy at better than fair trade prices, to ensure the livelihood of hard working farmers & workers at every step of the process, mostly from the large local Chagga & Pare tribes, many of whom we know personally.
The Place
Lush hilly areas around Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania offer one of the most ideal coffee growing environments in the world, & we are proud to promote industry leading sustainable cultivation practices to protect it for future generations.
The Product
Special Properties
Unique Flavor Profile: Bright, wine-like acidity and a smooth, medium body, often with subtle fruity notes like black currant or citrus, thanks to the region’s volcanic soil and ideal growing conditions.
Shade Cultivation: Grown under the canopy of banana trees on Kilimanjaro’s slopes, this method delays cherry ripening, enhancing sugar development for a more aromatic and full-bodied taste compared to sun-grown varieties.
Pea Berry Rarity: A significant portion of Kilimanjaro coffee includes rare pea berry beans—about 5% of the harvest—offering a sweeter, more intense flavor due to their single-seed development, making them highly sought after.
High-Altitude Advantage: Cultivated at elevations up to 6,000 feet, the cooler temperatures and rich volcanic soil contribute to slower bean maturation, resulting in a denser, more complex flavor profile, unmatched worldwide.
Health Benefits
Antioxidant Source: Packed with polyphenols, it helps reduce oxidative stress and inflammation.
Boosts Focus: Caffeine enhances alertness, concentration, and cognitive performance.
Heart Health: Moderate intake may lower the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Metabolic Support: Increases metabolism and fat burning, aiding weight management.
Liver Protection: Linked to reduced risk of liver diseases like cirrhosis and fatty liver.