Tanzania Single Origin

Kent & Compact Hybrids · Washed Process · 1400 masl altitude

Tanzania is located on the eastern coast of Africa with the Indian ocean to its right and virtually engulfing Rwanda and Burundi to its left. Tanzania has been growing coffee since the 16th Century but it was only allowed to be grown by the Haya tribe in the northwest of the country. Originally the Haya tribe didn't actually drink the coffee but instead boiled it and created a tea-like drink infused with herbs and spices.

The Tanzania wilderness is such a diverse country with rich volcanic soil surrounding many volcanos (inclluding the tallest on earth, Mt Kilamanjaro). The Ruvuma region in the southeast corner of the country is most famous for its Arabica coffee production and this particular farm is close to Lake Malawi, the fourth largest (in volume) freshwater lake in the world.

The access and availabilty to such large volumes of water means after the coffee has been selectively handpicked, it can undergo the washing process immediately. The coffee collective looks after 200 farmers of which 25% are women who receive equal money for their harvests. Beyond advocating for women in coffee, the collective support regular tree planting to combat soil degradation and an overall emphasis on sustainability and welfare among farmers and the environment.

This Tanzanian organic coffee from the Mbinga district in Ruvuma is absolutely sensational in a milk-based drink. It's dark swiss chocolate with macadamias and hazelnuts is perfect for your morning Lattes or Cappuccinos.

I love the complexity and delicate flavours of this coffee. The Swiss dark chocolate richness and macadamia flavours are the perfect combination that have me wanting another!