The Rwenzori is a western Ugandan origin spreading at the foot of the range called the “Mountains of the Moon.
The Rwenzori is a western Ugandan origin spreading at the foot of the range called the “Mountains of the Moon.
” High at 1,700–2,200m, a mist-heavy climate nurtures delicate flavor.Washed processing produces clean, complex cups of florals, citrus, chocolate and berry.With Mount Elgon in the east, it is Uganda’s other highland arabica origin, drawing growing attention in recent years.
Glacier-capped though it stands on the equator, the Rwenzori range has been spoken of since antiquity as the legendary “Mountains of the Moon.” Marking the border with the DR Congo, its high elevations and abundant mist slow the cherries’ ripening and shape delicate, floral flavor.
Cultivation here long played a supporting role to bananas and other crops, but with rising specialty demand, cooperatives and smallholders have been building washing stations and shipping micro-lots in earnest. The Rwenzori is emerging beside Mount Elgon as the second pillar of Ugandan arabica.
A solid way to enjoy robusta’s body and bitterness. Outstanding with milk or sugar.
An espresso where robusta’s crema and body shine — ideal as a latte base.
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