Congo Amka Mlimaji - Natural

Origin

• 🇨🇩 Congo - Kinshasa

Tasting notes

Character

• Bright
  30
• Clean
  20

Tasting notesTasting notesThe flavors a roaster perceives in the cup — 'jasmine, apricot, black tea'. Descriptive associations, not ingredients: nothing is added to the coffee.: Gooseberry, Tropical fruit, HoneyHoney processThe skin is removed but some sticky fruit mucilage is left on during drying. Lands between washed and natural: more sweetness and body than washed, cleaner than natural. Profile: Smooth, Silky bodyBodyThe weight and texture of coffee in the mouth, from tea-like and delicate to syrupy and heavy. Driven by process, roast, variety, and brew method. Know where your coffee comes from Our latest coffee for espresso, Amka Mlimaji comes from Congo and is sourced through Makeda. It is an exceptional coffee from the resilient Congolese farmers of Kivu, a region that has endured the hardships of a long-lasting war. Each cup is not just a drink, but a symbol of resistance and hope. The coffee is hand-picked, ensuring the highest quality, and dried on African beds to preserve its distinct characteristics. Originating from the Amka Mlimaji cooperative, this coffee features the esteemed Red BourbonBourbonOne of the two foundational arabica varieties (with Typica), named after Île Bourbon (Réunion). Sweet, balanced, caramel-leaning; parent of countless modern cultivars. varieties, grown at altitudes of approximately 1450 to 1850 meters above sea level. The result is a coffee with a very pleasant fruity vibe and a sweet finish, offering a truly delightful and memorable tasting experience. By choosing this coffee, you are not only indulging in its rich flavors but also supporting the courageous farmers who cultivate it. Know your coffee, and savor the story behind every cup.