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Ibanda Natural, Uganda
This naturally processed Ugandan offers juicy citrus sweetness, balanced with fruity complexity, crisp acidity, and a delicate herbal finish.
Ibanda Natural is grown on small lots at altitudes of 1,400 to 2,000 MASL in Uganda’s Rwenzori Mountains. These lots, typically 1 to 2 acres, primarily cultivate SL14 and SL18, along with older regional landrace varieties. Local farmers are connected through Agri Evolve to produce larger quantities of high-quality coffee. After harvesting, the coffee is taken to Ibanda, a village in the Kasese District, where it is assessed for quality before being sent to Nyabirongo for processing.
The natural processing begins with hand-picking ripe cherries, followed by floating them in water to ensure only the healthiest cherries are selected. The cherries are then sun-dried on raised beds, where they are regularly turned to ensure even drying and enhance their full flavour potential. This method, combined with the diverse coffee varieties, creates a clean citrus sweetness and delicate herbal notes, distinguishing it as a standout natural coffee from the Rwenzori region.
Producer Ibanda Village
Region Ibanda, Kasese District, Rwenzori Mountains, Uganda
Altitude 1,400-2,000 masl
Varietal SL14, SL28, and older regional landrace varieties
Process Natural
For One-Time Purchases
- We use valveless bags.
- We roast based on demand and dispatch your order no more than 9 days from roast.
- We recommend consuming the coffee within three months (unopened).
- We recommend waiting at least one week off roast to brew for a more balanced, optimal cup profile.
- Once opened, we recommend using within 7 days.
- Store in a cool, dry place.
For Subscriptions
- We roast at the start of the month and package in nitro-flushed bags, giving a shelf life of up to nine months (unopened).
- Read more on nitro-flushing.
- We recommend waiting at least one week off roast to brew for a more balanced, optimal cup profile.
- Once opened, we recommend using within 7 days.
- Store in a cool, dry place.
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