{"title":"Single Origin Coffee Beans","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; float: right; margin: 10px 0px 10px 20px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/Coffee_map_with_one_colour_red_SA_600w.jpg?6090\" alt=\"Map of the world with coffee growing regions highlighted\" width=\"400\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMuch like with wine or whiskey, the coffee beans we buy are often \u003ca title=\"View our blended coffees\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/coffee-bean-blends\"\u003eblends\u003c\/a\u003e of coffees from various farms or even parts of the world. While this method can most certainly produce some delicious coffee, more and more roasters in South Africa are starting to offer single origin options to their customers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile exact definitions might differ, a single origin coffee is generally a coffee prepared with beans from a single farm or controlled region. What this means is that the characteristics of those particular coffee beans are allowed to shine through, unaffected by the combination with other coffees. While not always the case, very often coffee roasters try to pick a roast style for single origin coffees that will best accentuate the natural characteristics of that particular coffee bean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile there are no hard and fast rules when it comes to the difference in flavour between \u003ca title=\"Visit our coffee bean blend page\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/coffee-bean-blends\"\u003eblends\u003c\/a\u003e and single origin coffees, you are more likely to find greater variety and unique characteristics in single origin coffee beans than you do in blends. As such, single origin coffee is a great option to explore when you're looking to try out different things and want to learn more about the types of coffees that different regions produce. Below you'll find our full range of single origin beans - feel free to narrow down your search by region using the navigation menu.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bean-there-ethiopia","title":"Bean There - Ethiopia Sidamo","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Sidamo coffee has a subtle floral aroma reminiscent of many Ethiopian beans. Its flavour is smooth and pleasing - a comforting introduction to \u003ca title=\"See all our single origin coffee beans\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\"\u003esingle origin\u003c\/a\u003es for those who are used to blends, while also providing some adventure with its citrus notes. It makes a great base for espresso-based drinks which is why you'll find it in many of the cafes that use \u003ca title=\"See all of Bean There's Coffee Beans\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/bean-there-fair-trade-coffee\"\u003eBean There\u003c\/a\u003e's coffee. It also will make a pleasant cup in most other brew methods!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coffee is both \u003ca title=\"Fairtrade Certified coffee beans\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/fairtrade-certified\"\u003eFairtrade Certified\u003c\/a\u003e and Afrisco Certified Organic and comes from the Fero Cooperative which has 3674 members representing a population of over 27,000 people. The Cooperative uses the quality-related, Organic \u0026amp; Fairtrade-related premiums it receives from \u003ca title=\"Explore Bean There's other coffees\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/bean-there-fair-trade-coffee\"\u003eBean There\u003c\/a\u003e and other buyers to invest in the community. Historical investments have included electricity supply and school for the community's children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBean There's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis single origin coffee has a fleeting floral aroma and a soft acidity enhanced by subtle citrus overtones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sidamo\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTown:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yirgalem\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCooperative:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fero (Member of Sidama Coffee Farmers' Cooperative Union: SCFCU)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1500 - 2200 metres above sea-level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Heirloom Arabica varietals\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fully Washed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fairtrade \u0026amp; \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eEcocert Organic Certified\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bean There","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":636687889,"sku":"BEANTHEREETHIOPIA250G","price":155.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":636687897,"sku":"BEANTHEREETHIOPIA1KG","price":620.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/BT_Ethiopia_Front_Pack.jpg?v=1769159731"},{"product_id":"bean-there-rwanda","title":"Bean There - Rwanda Musasa","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\" title=\"See all our single origin coffee beans\"\u003esingle origin\u003c\/a\u003e, Rwandan coffee from the Musasa region is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/fairtrade-certified\" title=\"Fairtrade Certified coffee beans\"\u003eFairtrade Certified\u003c\/a\u003e product of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/bean-there-fair-trade-coffee\" title=\"Bean There Fair Trade Coffee\"\u003eBean There\u003c\/a\u003e's partnership with the Dukunde Kawa Cooperative. The Dukunde Kawa cooperative was established in 2004 and represents 1176 active members in the Kayanza Province of the country. The farms are located high hills of the Musasa region, this high altitude provides ideal conditions for growing Arabica coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've tried this coffee as an espresso, a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/pour-over\" title=\"Shop for pour-over equipment\"\u003epour-over\u003c\/a\u003e and even an Aeropress and it really sings in every brew method. It has a wonderful citrus-like sweetness that just makes it a fantastic all-rounder. We'd highly recommend you buy a bag of these beans!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBean There's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis single origin coffee has a rich fruity aroma with a lively acidity and is balanced by a creamy toffee flavour. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Musasa\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooperative:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dukunde Kawa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2000 - 2200 metres above sea-level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBourbon Arabica varietals\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFully Washed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fairtrade Certified, Rainforest Alliance, UTZ, Cafes Practises Certificate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bean There","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":636692557,"sku":"BEANTHERERWANDA250G","price":150.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":636692561,"sku":"BEANTHERERWANDA1KG","price":600.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/BT_Rwanda_Front_Pack.jpg?v=1769160036"},{"product_id":"bean-there-tanzania","title":"Bean There - Tanzania Kilimanjaro","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tarakea Cooperative in the Rombo District of Kilimanjaro was established in 1983. What makes this cooperative unique is that the smallholder farmers all take process their coffee from home, instead of at a communal washing station. This small batch processing allows farmers to be far more detail-oriented in their coffee processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coffee is sweet and vibrant while still offering a comforting flavour profile that should be enjoyable even to the casual coffee drinker's palate. The Tarakea Cooperative takes pride in ensuring that all its coffee is grown and harvested using environmentally and socially responsible practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBean There's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis single origin coffee has a sweet aroma brought to life through a soft lime acidity and smooth hazelnut flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.2;\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e Rombo District, Kilimanjaro\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.2;\"\u003eTown:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e Moshi\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooperative:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tarakea Cooperative\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.2;\"\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e 1600 metres above sea-level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.2;\"\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e N-39 (Nylon) Arabica varietal\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.2;\"\u003eProcess:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e Fully Washed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bean There","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":637832629,"sku":"BEANTHERETANZANIA250G","price":140.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":637832633,"sku":"BEANTHERETANZANIA1KG","price":560.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/BT_Tanzania_Front_Pack.jpg?v=1769161241"},{"product_id":"bean-there-ethiopia-decaf","title":"Bean There - Ethiopia Decaf","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis decaf cousin of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/bean-there-fair-trade-coffee\" title=\"See all of Bean There's coffee beans\"\u003eBean There\u003c\/a\u003e's flagship \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/bean-there-fair-trade-coffee\/products\/bean-there-ethiopia-sidamo\" title=\"Read about Bean There's regular caffeinated Ethiopian Sidamo\"\u003eEthiopia Sidamo\u003c\/a\u003e is made using the CO2 natural decaffeination process. Avoiding harsh chemicals and maximising flavour retention, this allows it to display as much flavour as possible. You'll find it a wonderful coffee to drink even without the caffeine with a creamy body and vanilla flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBean There's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis single origin coffee has a rich almond aroma perfectly balanced with a round acidity and blackberry vanilla flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sidamo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTown: \u003c\/strong\u003eYirgalem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCooperative:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fero (Member of Sidama Coffee Farmers' Cooperative Union: SCFCU)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1500 - 2200 metres above sea-level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom arabica varietals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully Washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bean There","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":637836609,"sku":"BEANTHEREETHIOPIADECAF250G","price":160.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":637836613,"sku":"BEANTHEREETHIOPIADECAF1KG","price":640.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/BTDecafFrontPack.jpg?v=1769159574"},{"product_id":"bean-there-kenya","title":"Bean There - Kenya Nyeri","description":"\u003cp\u003eKenya is known for big bold coffees and this offering from Bean There is no exception. With rich fruity flavours and a lively acidity, this is a great coffee to try if you want something a bit more adventurous!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coffee is a product of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/bean-there-fair-trade-coffee\" title=\"Bean There Fair Trade Coffee\"\u003eBean There\u003c\/a\u003e's direct fair trade partnership with \u003cspan\u003ethe Ruthagati Cooperative, a member of the greater \u003c\/span\u003eRutuma Farmer Cooperative Society which represents 800 \u0026amp; 4,600 members respectively. The coffees are grown just 65km south of the Equator, at the foothills of Mount Kenya. Bean There has been working with Ruthagati since 2007.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBean There's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis single origin coffee has a berry aroma alive with vibrant acidity and a fruity caramel flavour. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nyeri\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Karatina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCooperatives:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ruthagati cooperative (A member of Rutuma farmers cooperative society)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1650 – 1700 metres above sea-level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e SL-28, SL-34 and Ruiru 11 Arabica varietals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully Washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bean There","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":637842461,"sku":"BEANTHEREKENYA250G","price":155.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":637842465,"sku":"BEANTHEREKENYA1KG","price":620.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/BT_Kenya_Front_Pack_aa55c21d-a473-461d-9712-c6c5f806f480.jpg?v=1769160829"},{"product_id":"bean-there-burundi","title":"Bean There - Burundi Kayanza","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis delicious \u003ca title=\"See all our single origin coffee beans\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\"\u003esingle-origin\u003c\/a\u003e coffee is the result of a direct fair trade partnership between \u003ca title=\"Bean There Fair Trade Coffee\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/bean-there-fair-trade-coffee\"\u003eBean There\u003c\/a\u003e and the Musema Cooperative in Burundi. Bean There started purchasing coffee from them in 2011 and, since 2013, has committed to buying all of their crop! Representing 1,500 supplier farmers collectively, this relationship has a big impact on the local community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe coffee itself is an absolute treat with its rich berry and chocolate flavours and luxurious body. We particularly love this coffee in a \u003ca title=\"Buy a French Press\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/coffee-makers\/products\/chrome-stainless-steel-french-press-coffee-maker\"\u003eFrench Press\u003c\/a\u003e or an \u003ca title=\"Buy an Aeropress\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/coffee-makers\/products\/aeropress-coffee-maker\"\u003eAeropress\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBean There's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis single origin coffee has a gentle honey aroma brought to life with a winey acidity paired with berry chocolate flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion: \u003c\/strong\u003eKayanza\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTown: \u003c\/strong\u003eNgozi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCooperatives:\u003c\/strong\u003e Musema\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1700 – 1800 metres above sea-level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal: \u003c\/strong\u003eBourbon and Jackson Arabica varietals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess: \u003c\/strong\u003eFully Washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bean There","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":637847897,"sku":"BEANTHEREBURUNDI250G","price":140.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":637847901,"sku":"BEANTHEREBURUNDI1KG","price":560.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/BT_Burundi_1kg_Front.jpg?v=1769159969"},{"product_id":"tribe-coffee-malawi-gold","title":"Tribe Coffee - Malawi Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/tribe-coffee\" title=\"Explore all of Tribe's coffees\"\u003eTribe\u003c\/a\u003e's Malawian single origin coffee is syrupy sweet, smooth \u0026amp; medium-bodied. It will please any coffee drinker in an espresso or with milk, but also makes a delicious filter-style coffee. We really like it in the Aeropress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoaster's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen one thinks of Malawi, it’s usually her amazing fauna, flora and people, but prepare to be wowed. Malawi Gold is a huge favorite amongst those in ‘the know’. This coffee continues to impress judges and coffee professionals worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMouth-feel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium bodied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Truffles, candy-floss (cotton candy for those of you far away), chocolates and sweet peaches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTastes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, rich, oily sweetness and a light acidity that clears the tongue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tribe Coffee","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":790777277,"sku":"TRIBEMALAWIGOLD250G","price":140.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g Tin","offer_id":41485427245190,"sku":"TRIBEMALAWIGOLD250G-T","price":160.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":790777281,"sku":"TRIBEMALAWIGOLD1KG","price":440.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5x1kg","offer_id":39601924538502,"sku":"TRIBEMALAWIGOLD5KG","price":1782.5,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/products\/Tribe-Malawi-Gold-Tin-Pack-Shot.jpg?v=1734427650"},{"product_id":"bean-there-dr-congo","title":"Bean There - DR Congo North Kivu","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis addition to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/bean-there-fair-trade-coffee\" title=\"Bean There Fair Trade Coffee\"\u003eBean There\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e's portfolio of African single origin coffee beans is wonderfully unusual both in its origins and its flavours. A product of the re-emerging coffee industry in the Democratic Republic of Congo, there's much more to it than just a rare source. We find its fruity flavours pronounced yet subtly sweet. Its vibrant acidity is perhaps what makes it most interesting with an incredible crispness and mouth feel that you might describe as tangy or zesty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese coffee beans are grown by farmers who are members of the Virunga Coffee Company which operates in the Kivu province in the eastern region of the DRC. Established by Schluter, a European importer specialising in African coffee, Virunga provides training to farmers as well as access to international coffee markets. 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They offer an incredible variety of delicious single origin coffees from all different parts of the continent. Each of these coffees displays distinct characteristics in flavour, body and aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo give you the opportunity to try all that African coffee has to offer, we've put together this tasting bundle which includes 6 of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/bean-there-fair-trade-coffee\" title=\"Bean There Fair Trade Coffee\"\u003eBean There's\u003c\/a\u003e single origin beans. 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Our friends at Legado searched long and hard for a coffee to fill those shoes (or hoppers) and with this new release, they should please all those classically-minded coffee lovers looking for a single origin with lots of body and plenty of those nutty \u0026amp; chocolatey notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike its predecessor, El Rincon will be at its best in espresso, as well as its close relatives such as moka pot brews or even coffees from a bean to cup (fully automatic) machine. In those brew methods, it proves to be a chocolatey \u0026amp; nutty delight, with some subtle acidity ensuring that the flavour is anything but flabby and lots of hug in a mug type body. We're not big on corrupting our favourite beverage, but if you were going to mix one with milk, this would probably be a good choice!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoaster's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apricot, Vanilla, Juicy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing method suggestions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Versatile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEl Rincon \u0026amp; La Bolsa are owned by the same family, although this coffee is specifically from the La Bolsa Farm, we will be calling it El Rincon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinca La Bolsa was bought by Jorge Vides, a distinguished medical professional, in 1958. Prior to this, the land wasn’t used for coffee production. Jorge won a number of awards for coffee production and for services to the region of Huehuetenango, and had the main hospital in the coffee growing community named after him. La Bolsa competed in the 2002 Cup Of Excellence competition and placed second, scoring 94.98. La Bolsa sits between two mountains, which provide a very stable, humid microclimate. This combined with the limestone rich soils give the coffee a very unique profile, with a rich syrupy body and plenty of malic and citric acidity. Coffee is fermented for between 18 and 24 hours, and is then cleaned of mucilage, graded in channels and soaked overnight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe height=\"360\" width=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/157070429\" style=\"display: block; margin: 30px auto;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" mozallowfullscreen=\"\" webkitallowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLa Bolsa is RFA certified \u0026amp; follows C.A.F.E practices guidelines. Coffee Care funded the construction of a school and nursery at the farm, with fully trained, full time teachers. All of the temporary and permanent staff have access to schooling for their children, and they are incentivised to leave their children at school or nursery through food donations. When a child attends school or nursery for 5 consecutive days they receive a weekly supply of rice, beans and corn. Prior to this food ration scheme it was very difficult to get people to leave their children in the care of others, and schooling wasn’t necessarily valued as there is a greater pressure on earning more money to feed the family. As a result there are no children working in the farm, and the school and nursery classes are full. Accommodation is provided for permanent and temporary workers, with separate facilities for men and women and families, bathrooms and kitchens. Sections of the farm are reserved areas, to promote biodiversity, reduce exposure to winds and soil erosion. Inga trees are used as a shade trees, and to fix nitrogen in the soil which is essential for plant and cherry growth. Renardo has an expansive composting operation to make use of waste products, using redworms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maria \u0026amp; Renardo Vides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bourbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e La Libertad, Huehuetenango\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guatemala\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElevation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1500 – 1700m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSCA SCORE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 85\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Legado","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":859188396036,"sku":"LEGADO-R00015S","price":195.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":859188428804,"sku":"LEGADO-R00015L","price":575.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/new-legado-guatemala-250g-FINAL.jpg?v=1732090010"},{"product_id":"portland-project-ethiopia-yirgacheffe","title":"Portland Project - Ethiopia Yirgacheffe","description":"\u003cp\u003eAh, a classic Yirgacheffe... there are few flavour experiences so distinct, so immediately recognisable and so enjoyable all at the same time. 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To add insult to injury, decaf drinkers are often asked to bear needless banter about their avoidance of the caffeine molecule. It's all a bit of a sad state of affairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt doesn't have to be this way though; it really doesn't. Decaf can be delicious. It may not give you a kick, but, at the end of the day, every decaf coffee starts as a regular, caffeinated \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Try one of our freshest coffees\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecoffee\u003c\/a\u003e. As long as that coffee was of a high quality, and the decaffeination process was chemical-free, and well-controlled, decaf coffee beans can be turned into delicious, decaffeinated beverages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's why we're thrilled to see our partners at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/rosetta-roastery\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Buy Rosetta Roastery coffee\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRosetta\u003c\/a\u003e setting the stage for excellent decaf experiences and late night coffee indulgences. Here you have a coffee, grown by one of the Guji region's most reputable producers, and decaffeinated using the prized CO2 decaffeination process (which leaves no chemical residue behind) and, of course, expertly roasted by our friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhaedon's tasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShakisso has become a shorthand both at CCBHQ and in my home; \"let's have some Shakisso,\" we will often be heard to say, usually an hour or two after lunch. After all, real coffee lovers enjoy decaf, because we like coffee more than we like caffeine. And we also like sleep. This coffee is an epic illustration of just what I mean, because it's simply delicious, and quite quintessentially Ethiopian (rather than decaffeinated) in character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the cup, it's fruity, it's floral, it's sweet, and it has a subtle citric acidity. The body's pretty medium-ish and there's a little bit of a toasted grain note that adds to the whole pleasant drinking experience, especially in a French press, though I enjoyed this coffee pretty much every way I brewed it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're a decaf skeptic, this one's for you. If you know a decaf skeptic, brew this coffee for that person and don't tell them it's decaf until they're done drinking it. Then laugh at their decaf-deriding ways and have another cup; nothing's stopping you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRosetta's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: Decaffeinated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour profile: Delicate acidity, sweet citrus, candied wheat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Shakisso Farm continues to produce coffees that reflect a celebrated Ethiopian profile. 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Once the caffeine content is reduced to 0.08% or lower, the process is complete, and the coffee is gently dried.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Rosetta\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Shakisso Decaf returns once more to our range with the latest release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The story of Shakisso is closely tied to producer Haile Gebre, one of the most influential figures in Ethiopian coffee, often referred to as the \"Godfather of Guji Coffee.\" His early experiences in the industry were shaped by displacement from his home in Yirgacheffe at the age of 10 due to land conflicts linked to coffee expansion, an experience that later informed his lifelong commitment to the sector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Following a diverse career spanning naval service, government roles, and education in Moscow, Gebre returned to Ethiopia in 2001. His renewed focus on coffee, alongside the work of collaborators such as Tesfaye Bekele and Menno Simons, helped reshape Guji's identity and establish it as a distinct and highly regarded coffee-producing region with a growing sense of autonomy. 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The Johannesburg-based roastery’s business model involves buying entire lots from the same handful of producers all year, which has led to meaningful, long-term relationships with partners and ensures fair compensation for producers and farm workers. This also means that Bean There coffee sales have a truly meaningful impact on the lives of the people who grow them. This makes it all the more exciting that Bean There has now added a new origin to its roster, for the first time in a decade: Uganda. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve only had a handful of Ugandan coffees on our shelves in the past, and none particularly recently. It’s fair to say that Uganda isn’t the first place to come to mind when one thinks of African single-origin coffee, but the East-African country actually offers near-perfect coffee growing conditions for specialty-grade Arabica. This particular coffee comes from a small community of farmers located in the mountainous Kapchorwa region. Interestingly, these farmers don’t send their harvest to any local washing station or mill, but instead process their coffee cherry themselves at home. In doing so, farmers have more exacting control over processing, ensuring a higher quality end-product for each of their individual harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe hope you'll join us in trying this coffee, supporting our friends at Bean There, and, perhaps most importantly, supporting the Ugandan farmers who grew this coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhaedon's tasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis new Ugandan release from our friends at Bean There has been such a surprise, in all the most pleasant ways. I haven't had the pleasure of trying a brand new regular offering from Bean There in many years, only the limited release Olga's Reserve, but this coffee felt like it was worth waiting for. My sample bag had more surprises in store for me once it arrived, particularly in terms of its flavour profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Ugandan coffee doesn't taste anything like Bean There's other coffees (all of which I love); in fact, it doesn't really taste like what you might expect of an African single origin. It actually tastes more like a high-quality coffee from the Americas, and I think that this is a great thing, as Bean There is really providing us with something very different to try here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than a cup profile dominated by fruit, florals or bright acidity, Bean There's new Ugandan is sweet, malty and honey-like with a luxurious syrupy body and a lingering finish. It's beautifully balanced, soft and easy to drink. You may find a touch of orange or stone fruit acidity in some cups, but this is not a fruit-forward drinking experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of this cup character, I think this Ugandan coffee is going to appeal to a different drinking audience than Bean There's other delicious and decidedly more fruit-forward coffees. That's a great thing, because more people should enjoy Bean There's coffees and support what they do. Now there's something even for those coffee-drinkers who may typically veer towards coffees from other continents, but this one's still grown and produced in Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBean There's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNestled in the captivating foothills of Mount Elgon in the Kapchorwa region, we met the farmers of the Munarya community. Operating as a close-knit community of farmers cultivating coffee amidst volcanic soils, they are committed to the future of sustainable agriculture. We source our coffee from the Munarya community and pay them directly, ensuring a fair trade that keeps their business sustainable and ours meaningful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis single origin coffee has a malty chocolate aroma and gentle acidity, revealing a creamy shortbread flavour. 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As far as we know at present, Ethiopia is the birthplace of coffee. One day back in the 9th century a young Ethiopian goat herder noticed that his flock was acting strange after eating some berries from a shrub he was unfamiliar with. Curious, he tried them for himself and discovered the energy boost that coffee lovers have become so familiar with over the following centuries. Excited with his discovery, he took some berries to the local monks who, while initially sceptical, eventually soaked the berries in hot water. The resulting beverage gave them the energy to stay awake during long nights of vigilant prayer and tasted fantastic too, and the Ethiopian coffee tradition was born.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOr so the story goes. The veracity of its details is debatable, but what we can say for certain is that modern Ethiopia produces some of the best coffee in the world. This is partially due to the incredible genetic diversity of Ethiopian coffee plants. You may notice in the “Varieties” section in the notes below that this coffee is categorised as being made up of various heirloom varieties. This generic title is a catch-all term that accounts for the fact that Ethiopia is home to thousands of coffee plant varieties that regularly cross-pollinate and hybridise, making it difficult for producers to truly know a given plant’s exact genetic heritage. The result is that Ethiopian coffee is extremely genetically diverse, and can vary substantially from region to region, and farm to farm. One thing that remains consistent, though, is its quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yirgacheffe region is particularly famed for its coffee, often likened to the Champagne region of France, and for good reason. Coffees from Yirgacheffe can be subtle, complex and deeply flavourful, often offering bright citrus flavours, floral notes and a delicate, tea-like body. They’ve featured on the international competitive stage time and time again, and are lauded by specialty enthusiasts the world over. Yirgacheffe coffees are certainly a favourite at Cape Coffee Beans, and we’re always excited to share them with our customers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTruth’s notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Gerbota village lies close to the town of Yirgacheffe in the Gedeo zone of the Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples’ Region. Coffee is typically grown on a very small scale in the gardens of producers, where it is intercropped with other subsistence crops. Harvests are taken to the washing station where they are dried for 15 days within the compound itself, before being brought to the mill where selection takes place based on flavour profiles, qualities and processing.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTruth’s tasting notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chocolate, citrus, lemon, peach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ethiopia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yirgacheffe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistrict:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gerbota Village\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ethiopian heirloom varieties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washed process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1900 - 2100masl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Truth. 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By the 19th century Brazil's coffee production exploded, and the Central American nation has been the largest coffee producer and exporter in the world for some 150 years now, accounting for about a third of all exported coffee in the world today. Brazilian coffee is often characterised by flavour notes of nuts and chocolate, and for this reason is most often used as the base of familiar, comfortable café blends. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a quintessentially Brazilian coffee, originating from Cerrado, a region found in the state of Minas Gerais. Minas Gerais, a picturesque region in the South-East of Brazil, features some of the nations highest mountains, providing the right altitude, climate, and soil conditions for plentiful coffee production. Though coffee farming in Minas Gerais has a long history, Cerrado is a relatively new growing region, which might explain why it is dominated by large-scale, mechanised farms rather than collectives of smallholders, with the majority of plantations in the region spanning over 10 hectares each. While you’ve likely had Cerrado coffee before (it’s a \u003cem\u003every \u003c\/em\u003epopular component in espresso blends), here you have the opportunity to taste it all on its own. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhaedon's tasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat I love about this coffee is the unapologetically heavy flavour profile. This coffee is not about vibrant acidities and delicate florals; forget all that jazz. This coffee has oomph. It's absolutely bursting with flavours with nutty notes and has a delightfully creamy body, perhaps with a hint of chocolate on the finish. I picked up toasted nuts or even peanut butter, and I particularly enjoyed the full-body, low-acidity, classic flavour experience in a moka pot and French press.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLegado’s notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roast almonds, smooth caramel, dark chocolate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Legado\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Our Natural Brazil Cerrado Single Origin offers a smooth, full-bodied experience with notes of dark chocolate, roasted nuts, and a hint of dried fruit sweetness. Sourced from the heart of Brazil's Cerrado region, this coffee is naturally processed to enhance its rich, bold flavours, delivering a balanced and satisfying cup. Perfect for those who appreciate a classic, robust taste with a touch of sweetness.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cerrado\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bourbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 800 - 1000 masl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Legado","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":41446685900934,"sku":"LEGADOCERRADO250G","price":165.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":41446685933702,"sku":"LEGADOCERRADO1KG","price":495.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/Legado-Brazil-Cerrado-Natural-bag-FINAL.jpg?v=1732091613"},{"product_id":"cedar-colombia-co2-decaf","title":"Cedar - Colombia CO2 Decaf","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Browse more Cedar coffees here\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/cedar\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCedar\u003c\/a\u003e likes to tout that its decaf options are the kind “you’d actually want to drink, we promise,” and we tend to agree. It’s been a while since we’ve had one on our shelves and we’re happy to see it back. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimilar to Cedar’s previous decaf release, this is a straightforward, classic Colombian lot. Where it differs is its processing. Cedar’s previous lot was processed via the Swiss Water technique, but this latest release has been processed via chemical-free CO2 decaffeination. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCO2 decaffeination involves sealing green coffee beans in an “extraction vessel” and soaking them in hot water, causing them to expand and become more porous. This also allows caffeine molecules to diffuse out of the bean and into the water. Liquid CO2 is then pumped into the vessel, where it dissolves the contained caffeine and carries it out as it is circulated through an extractor and scrubber for several hours. This results in decaffeinated green beans with minimal impact on flavour, and, once roasted, a coffee you can enjoy jitter-free at any time of day or night. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCedar’s notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCup profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazil nut, marzipan, butterscotch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Cedar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“This process is the least invasive method of removing caffeine without changing the flavour profile of the coffee. We picked up notes of Brazil Nuts on both our filter brew and espresso. The espresso does however have a sweeter note of Marzipan which sticks to the theme of nuts very well. 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Rwanda has seen consistent year-on-year economic growth, and as of 2024 the IMF reports that many of the country’s key economic indicators continue to trend upwards, spurred by the Rwandan people’s ongoing commitment to regeneration and progress, as well as foreign aid and investment. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoffee plays a significant role in Rwanda’s economy, and has historically been supported by the national government, international investment, and effective trade rules focused on exporting. First introduced by missionaries at the beginning of the 20th century, coffee has since become one of Rwanda’s largest cash crops..\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRwanda’s coffee industry is composed of some 450,000 smallholding farmers spread across the country’s verdant, rolling hills. This particular coffee comes from Muzo Washing Station, run by Baho Coffee. Baho is not only committed to quality coffee but also to community upliftment. It invests in field schools to train farmers, it assists with logistics, it offers seedling distribution and micro-loans to the farmers it works with, and also focuses on empowering women in the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpertly roasted by our friends at \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Browse all of our Truth coffees here.\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/truth-coffee-roasting\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTruth Coffee Roasting\u003c\/a\u003e, this coffee should offer an archetypal Rwandan tasting experience: high-quality, fully washed Red Bourbon lots are what Rwandan coffee is all about!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhaedon's tasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRwanda has built its industry around the cultivation and careful processing of Red Bourbon. When you taste lots of this, it becomes apparent why. Coffees like this are delicious but they're also balanced and pleasing to most palates. You'll find some body in the cup, some sweetness, some fruit, a touch of acidity, but everything is in harmony; nothing is overpowering. That's what I love about these lots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI enjoyed this particular lot most in immersion brews like my siphon and AeroPress (with the benefit of a bit of filtration). I also made a delicious moka pot with this coffee. I found a bit of malic acidity and even some apple flavours, in most cups, and a nice citrus acidity to balance it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTruth’s notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A washed Red Bourbon that bursts with flavours of Raspberry, Cola, Maple Syrup, Chocolate, Cinnamon, Clove and a twist of Lime.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Truth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Baho’s commitment to quality is where they're industry leaders. Hand-picked cherries are floated for density, pulped with precision, and fermented in tanks before an 8-hour soak. Then comes the slow magic: up to 93 days of drying, first in the sun, then in the shade, on raised beds for full flavour development.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rwanda\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Northern Province, Gakenke District\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Muzo Washing Station, Baho Coffee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Bourbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude: \u003c\/strong\u003e1,570 - 2,200 masl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClever Dripper Brewing recipe from Truth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSERVES: 1–2 CUPS\u003cbr\u003eBREW TIME: 4 MINUTES\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eYOU’LL NEED:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18g coffee (medium-coarse grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e300g water (just off the boil, ±94°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClever Dripper + Filter + Mug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale \u0026amp; timer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSTEP-BY-STEP:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse filter. Add coffee to the Clever Dripper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart the timer and pour all 300g of water evenly over the grounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir gently to ensure full saturation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover and steep for 2:30.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt 2:30, place the Clever Dripper on your mug and let it draw down (~1 min).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwirl, sip and enjoy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Truth. Coffee Roasting","offers":[{"title":"225g","offer_id":42333454237830,"sku":"TRU-RWA-BAH-MUZ-002","price":220.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":42333454270598,"sku":"TRU-RWA-BAH-MUZ-001","price":790.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/Truth-White-Bag-Pack-Shot.jpg?v=1753281505"},{"product_id":"quaffee-uganda-nyabirongo-natural","title":"Quaffee - Uganda Nyabirongo Natural","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe majestic Rwenzori Mountains, also known as the “Mountains of the Moon,” stretch 120 kilometres across western Uganda, rising more than 5,000 metres above sea level (masl). Along their slopes, high rainfall, altitudes between 1300 and 2200 masl, and fertile volcanic soils make excellent growing conditions for Arabica coffee. Smallholder farmers in the area typically cultivate their crops on farms of only 1 to 2 hectares. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cherries of this Ugandan coffee, a Nyabirongo lot from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/quaffee\" title=\"See our range of delicious coffee beans roasted by our friends at Quaffee\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuaffee,\u003c\/a\u003e are handpicked and delivered to coffee collection centres. Then they are transported to a central mill in Nyabirongo, operated by Agri Evolve, a UK-based business that works closely with Ugandan coffee professionals. At the mill, cherries are floated, sorted, and dried on raised beds and once dry, they are hulled and graded by experts at the mill’s state-of-the-art facility before being packed for export. Agri Evolve runs the Nyabirongo mill with the help of local agronomists and field officers, quality control technicians, accountants and special projects staff to improve relationships, coffee yields, productivity, and income to uplift the quality of life for nearby farmers, their families, and wider communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced with the help of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/zukagreen.coffee\/\" title=\"Explore Zuka Green Coffee Traders' great coffee offerings and transparent relationships\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eZuka Green Coffee Traders\u003c\/a\u003e and roasted with a light to medium profile, this is Quaffee’s second specialty offering from Uganda. We are excited to say this coffee demonstrates a growing trend of Ugandan single origins making their way to our shelves. As with other naturally-processed \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Africa\" title=\"Buy expertly-roasted single-origin coffees sourced from Africa\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAfrican coffees\u003c\/a\u003e, this Nyabirongo coffee should offer a mild acidity with a full body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhaedon's tasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI wouldn't hesitate to say that this Ugandan lot is one of the standouts of the season's releases. The fact that it's from Uganda, a country less-known for its specialty coffee, makes it even better. It is delicious in every brew method, and I would venture to say that it's a lot not-to-be-missed while it's available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the cup, this coffee is absolutely bursting with fruity, jammy, flavours. The dominant note is definitely peach, but there are more subtle notes of citrus, berries, and even tropical fruits, for my palate at least. There is also a perfumed aromatic quality to this coffee that only adds to the drinking experience, as well as a subtle hint of spice in some cups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuaffee’s notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaste profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red peach, strawberries, cocoa with a molasses finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flame on charge, reduced as drying ends, then flame again as browning ends, then as first crack approaches, flame reduced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast degree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light to medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuaffee brews:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEspresso: 1:2.1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAeroPress: 17.5g:200g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlunger: 36g:600g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour over \/ filter: 20g:300g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Quaffee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“This lot of coffee from Nyabirongo in Uganda’s Rwenzori region is produced by just 32 smallholder farmers and naturally processed on raised African beds. It offers a clean, balanced cup with tasting notes of red peach, strawberries, cocoa, and a molasses finish.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uganda\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kalingwe \u0026amp; Buzira, Rwenzori Mountains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 Smallholder farmers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural, dried on African beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Arabica: SL14, SL28\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1600 – 2200 masl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBag type:\u003c\/strong\u003e GrainPro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuaffee’s transparency information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“This Ugandan Nyabirongo was sourced via Zuka Green. This is only the second Ugandan specialty coffee we at Quaffee have ever offered.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e Agri Evolve via Zuka Green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFOB price:\u003c\/strong\u003e $3.35 USD \/ pound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCupping score\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e 83.5 (Zukas)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 smallholder farmers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Agri Evolve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLot size:\u003c\/strong\u003e We have committed to taking 2x60kg bags.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelationship:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is our first Agri Evolve coffee.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Quaffee","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":43097069715590,"sku":"QUAFFEENYABIRONGO250G","price":215.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":43097069748358,"sku":"QUAFFEENYABIRONGO1KG","price":700.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/Uganda-Nyabirongo-Nat-CCB-Box-1024.jpg?v=1770120646"},{"product_id":"quaffee-nicaragua-rajuanse-pacamara","title":"Quaffee - Nicaragua Rajuanse Pacamara","description":"\u003cp\u003eNicaragua has a long history of cultivating coffee, beginning all the way back in 1790 when Catholic missionaries grew the plant out of curiosity. Since then, coffee production in Nicaragua has encountered several serious hurdles, such as the devastating effects of Hurricane Mitchell in 1998 as well as a coffee price crash and country-wide drought in 1999. Nevertheless, Nicaraguan coffee has stood the test of time, quality has steadily improved and roasters like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/quaffee\" title=\"Buy tasty single origin and blended coffees, roasted locally at Quaffee's Buitenverwachting farm\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuaffee\u003c\/a\u003e are increasingly sourcing great-tasting lots of specialty varieties like Pacamara, Maragogype, Bourbon and Sarchimor from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Americas\" title=\"Try a delicious coffee from our range of Central \u0026amp; South American beans\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCentral American\u003c\/a\u003e nation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lot of coffee was grown at Finca Buena Esperanza, a central Nicaraguan farm run by coffee collective Rajuanse Estate which is overseen by producer Ramiro Ortiz and located in Matagalpa. This region is known to consistently produce Nicaragua's highest-scoring coffees. In fact, Matagalpa contributes roughly a third of the Central American country's coffee production. Due to its volcanic mountains and hilly landscape, the altitudes at which coffee is grown there varies between 800 and 1,400 meters above sea level, with cool temperatures and a high year-round humidity creating a perpetual Spring-like climate, ideal for Arabica trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally a sprawling American timber operation, today Finca Buena Esperanza follows strict protocols to produce excellent coffee. Lots are selected for harvest by their density, and sorted with a mechanical siphon after picking. This lot was fully washed to remove all skin and mucilage before fermentation, which typically produces clear cups with a bright acidity. After the dry parchment is sorted, it is sent to the Sajonia Estate Coffee mill, where Rajuanse Estate specialty coffees enjoy a dedicated, controlled environment before export.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoasted at Buitenverwachting by our friends Quaffee, this washed Pacamara coffee represents a 5-year direct relationship between Quaffee and Ramiro Ortiz. Originally sourced through \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/zukagreen.coffee\/\" title=\"Find out more about South African green coffee traders, Zuka, here\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eZuka Green\u003c\/a\u003e, Quaffee is proud to continue offering delicious coffees from the Nicaraguan producer and we are excited for you to try this unique offering from Central America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhaedon's tasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecialty lots from the Rajuanse estate in Nicaragua have become somewhat of a staple, both at Quaffee and at Cape Coffee Beans, and with good reason. These coffees are always very easy to enjoy. There's nothing wild about the flavour profiles but they are exceedingly pleasant, often sweet and nutty, much as this one is. My best brews with this lot were in my French press and my V60 pour-over dripper, but your mileage may vary, and I suspect coffee lovers will enjoy its comforting characteristics in most brew methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuaffee’s notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaste profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e A medium mouth-feel with sweet stone fruit \u0026amp; gentle nutty taste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e We soak the coffee to start, then allow a gently decreasing ramp rate during the roast into and through to first crack. Development time is 50 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast degree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light – using \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/my-tonino.com\"\u003emy-tonino.com\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuaffee brews:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEspresso: 1:2.3 (28s)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAeroPress: 17g:180g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlunger: 46g:800g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour over: 17g:300g (for a sweeter coffee)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Quaffee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“This coffee is from a lot of Pacamara grown on Buena Esperanza. It was planted in 2015. It represents a breakaway from traditional density by hectare, and spacing between plants and rows, thus, going out of the box and comfort zone for the engineers of the farm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRajuanse Estate commits to reforesting. Every year, they fill gaps within the farm with local trees from their reforestation nursery. Shade and humidity retention are imperative in the area.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicaragua\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matagalpa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buena Esperanza Farm on Rajuanse Estate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ramiro Ortiz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2023.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,100-1,200 masl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoffee area:\u003c\/strong\u003e 405 Hectares of 846 Hectares\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arabica Pacamara\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully Washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grain Pro with Hessian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rainforest-alliance.org\/\" title=\"Learn more about RFA certification here\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRainforest Alliance\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuaffee’s transparency information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ramiro Ortiz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rajuanse Estate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zuka Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFOB price:\u003c\/strong\u003e $4.95\/lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCupping score\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e 84.25\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLot size we have committed to:\u003c\/strong\u003e 138kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelationship:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our relationship with Ramiro is now 5 years old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e We spoke directly with Ramiro, who is happy working with Zuka Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Quaffee","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":43100778856582,"sku":"QUAFFERAJUANSEPAC250G","price":230.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":43100778889350,"sku":"QUAFFERAJUANSEPAC1KG","price":740.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/Nicaragua-Rajuanse-Washed-CCB-Box-1024.jpg?v=1770280356"},{"product_id":"quaffee-mexico-ki-saya-organic-washed","title":"Quaffee - Mexico Ki-Saya Organic Washed","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhile imported coffee seeds were grown in Mexico from as early as the 18th century, it was only after gaining its sovereignty from Spain in 1836 that commercial cultivation flourished. As coffee exports from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Americas\" title=\"Browse more specialty coffee from the Central \u0026amp; South Americas\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLatin American\u003c\/a\u003e state grew, crops thrived in the southern states, where high altitudes slow cherry ripening. Today, the majority of Mexico’s coffee is sourced from just four states: Veracruz, Oaxaca, Puebla, and Chiapas. Recently, these regions have been renowned for their dedication to organic and Fair Trade practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChiapas is Mexico’s southernmost coffee-growing state, bordering another coffee producer, Guatemala. Along the steep terrain, consistent cloud cover, and forest-shaded plots of the Sierra Madre de Chiapas, coffee is typically grown between 1,200 and 1,800 metres above sea level. Farming culture there is centred on the aggregation of small lots, produced throughout the state. This is thanks to collaborations between coffee cooperatives, like Covoya coffee. After \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/washed\" title=\"Try another washed coffee on our store\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewashing\u003c\/a\u003e and de-pulping, most lots of coffee are typically dried at farmers’ homes, on patios or raised beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the last two decades Covoya has been a key stakeholder in Chiapas’ coffee growing communities. This organic lot of Mexican coffee is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/quaffee\" title=\"Buy more coffee from our friends at Buitenverwachting\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuaffee\u003c\/a\u003e’s third ever offering from the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhaedon's tasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis washed Mexican lot was a deliciously pleasant surprise. My friends at Quaffee have a knack for providing these kind of gustatory surprises. This coffee is delicious, particularly in immersion brews like a siphon or a French press. While full-bodied and sweet, it has a bright berry acidity and a nutty finish to it. It's wonderfully balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuaffee’s notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The cup profile from Chiapas is usually clean and round. You see mild citrus rather than sharp acidity, with chocolate, nuts and light caramel tones. Body sits medium and smooth, making the coffees flexible across brew methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“For our roast, we found the cocoa notes were not that distinct and rather found berries, brown sugar, and warm spice to finish. The coffee has a medium+ body.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaste profile: Berries, brown sugar, warm spice to finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: Medium+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast used: Gentle ramp through the roast, with an extended development through lower flame control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast degree: Light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuaffee brews:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEspresso: 1:2.3 (26 sec)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAeroPress: 17.5g:200g (finer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlunger: 48g:800g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour-over: 18g:300g (50 sec bloom, 3.3 min total brewing time)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Quaffee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Ki-Saya is an organic washed coffee developed by Covoya and first launched in 2024. It combines lots from various smallholder farmers across Chiapas, selected and profiled at origin to maintain consistency. The name joins two Mayan words: “Ki”, meaning tasty, and “Saayab”, meaning nature. That reflects both the flavour aim and the organic farming context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Farmers deliver ripe cherry to local collection points. After processing, the coffee shows a steady profile year to year: balanced sweetness, low to moderate acidity, and a soft, cocoa-led cup.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sierra Madre de Chiapas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Various local plots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smallholder farmers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,200 – 1,800 masl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivars:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arabica (Caturra, Typica); minor — Costa Rica, Marsellesa \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e GrainPro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuaffee’s transparency information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganisation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Covoya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zuka Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFOB price:\u003c\/strong\u003e $4.436\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCupping score:\u003c\/strong\u003e 83\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLot size bought:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x 69kg bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelationship:\u003c\/strong\u003e [Quaffee has] been purchasing coffee from Zuka Green since their inception\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Quaffee","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":43858229133446,"sku":"QUAFFEEMEXICOKISAYAW250G","price":210.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":43858229166214,"sku":"QUAFFEEMEXICOKISAYAW1KG","price":680.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/Meixcan-Ki-Saya-Organic-Washed-CCB-Box.jpg?v=1776062896"},{"product_id":"quaffee-brazil-fazenda-caxambu-honey","title":"Quaffee - Brazil Fazenda Caxambu Honey","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrazil's history with coffee stretches back to the early 18th century when, according to legend, the Portuguese diplomat Francisco de Melo Palheta smuggled seeds out of French Guiana and planted them in the northern state of Pará. From there, cultivation spread, reaching Rio de Janeiro around 1770, though production for domestic consumption only truly began in the early 19th century. Large-scale industrialisation of coffee farming has grown steadily, rapidly propelling Brazil to global leadership; today, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy more Latin American coffee here\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Americas\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBrazilian\u003c\/a\u003e farms produce roughly a third of the world's coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocated in Minas Gerais, Brazil, Fazendas Caxambu and Aracaçu make up a century-old family-run estate. Today, the estate is managed by its founder's great-grandchildren, including the globally-decorated coffee producer Carmen Lúcia de Brito. A former president of Brazil's Specialty Coffee Association (BSCA), Carmen now oversees coffee cultivation for both Caxambu and Aracaçu estates. Situated between 930 and 1,150 meters above sea level, 120 of Caxambu's 211 hectares are dedicated to thirteen Arabica varieties, with additional 'experimental' plots accommodating 23 exotic ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaxambu Estate takes its name from a traditional African drum. This heritage inspired the estate's 'Afro Honey' technique, a variation of the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy more natural \u0026amp; honey-process coffees here\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/natural\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epulped-natural\u003c\/a\u003e process. Drawing on wine-making traditions, this method involves treading the ripe coffee cherries. We have a bit of history with coffee from this estate, as this is the third Caxambu offering in recent years from our Constantia-based friends at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/quaffee\" title=\"Buy more Quaffee coffee\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuaffee\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhaedon's tasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuaffee's annual Caxambu lots are what I would call comfort coffees. They're full-bodied, sweet, and quite tasty, without any esoteric flavour notes to worry about. Like its predecessors, this Caxambu lot is fully of nutty notes with a brown sugar, or caramel sweetness, and perhaps a hint of a cacao finish. It's Brazil at its most archetypal, really.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lot also puts its best foot forward regardless of how you brew it. Every cup I made from immersion to percolation offered the same comforting, hug-in-a-mug, nutty, sweet experience that just hits the spot on some (if not most) mornings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuaffee's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Brazilian Caxambu Arara is from a farm with a legacy, and it is a great example of specialty Brazilian coffee. In the cup, we detected brown sugar, Brazil nuts and roasted nuts to finish.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaste profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown sugar, brazil nuts and roasted nuts to finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constant ramp rate until first crack, when the flame is reduced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast degree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light – using my-tonino.com\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuaffee brews:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEspresso: 1:2.1 (26 sec)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAeroPress: 18g:200g (2 steep)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlunger: 48g:800g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour-over: 18g:300g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Quaffee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Through its commitment to cultural preservation, environmental care, and innovative practices, Caxambu Farm stands as a model of sustainable agriculture. It not only produces exceptional coffee but also fosters a legacy of respect for nature and community, ensuring its impact endures for generations to come.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Três Pontas, South Minas Gerais\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caxambu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carmen Lúcia de Brito\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1150 masl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Arabica: Arara\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honey\/pulp-natural processed at the farm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hermetically sealed in Brazilian SCA bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuaffee's transparency information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganisation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caxambu \u0026amp; Aracaçu Estates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marunic Trading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCupping score:\u003c\/strong\u003e 86 (Marunic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLot size bought:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 x 30kg bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelationship:\u003c\/strong\u003e [Quaffee has] been working with Marunic for 9 years, this is their third coffee from Caxambu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Quaffee","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":43957758328966,"sku":"QUAFFEEBRAZILARARAH250G","price":235.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":43957758361734,"sku":"QUAFFEEBRAZILARARAH1KG","price":760.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/Brazil-Caxambu-Honey-CCB-Box-1024.jpg?v=1777890729"},{"product_id":"rosetta-roastery-indonesia-frinsa-estate-2025-26-washed","title":"Rosetta Roastery - Indonesia Frinsa Estate 2025\/26 Washed","description":"\u003cp\u003eSince 2017, our friends at \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy Rosetta coffee here\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/rosetta-roastery\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRosetta Roastery\u003c\/a\u003e have sourced coffee from the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"See all of our coffees from Asia\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Asia\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIndonesian\u003c\/a\u003e coffee farm Frinsa Estate and its owners, Wildan Mustofa and Atieq Mustikaningtyas. Located in the Bandung highlands of West Java, Frinsa grows, collects, and processes specialty coffees on-site while guiding the practices of its partner farmers. Now run by Wildan and Atieq's son, Fikra, the estate is unique for its use of parabolic drying houses instead of following Indonesia's traditional wet-hulled “giling basah” style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrinsa Estate has long maintained a methodical and creative approach to both coffee cultivation and processing. By prioritising ecological sustainability and exceptional cup quality, Frinsa consistently produces rare varieties of Indonesian coffee. These unique offerings keep green traders and roasters like Rosetta returning to the estate year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been privileged to offer each iteration of Rosetta’s Frinsa Estate coffees, and we are always excited to try their latest lots. This particular coffee is composed of various Indonesian varieties processed together using the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy washed single origin coffee\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/washed\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efully-washed\u003c\/a\u003e method. Once roasted, this approach results in a lighter body than traditionally processed Indonesian coffees. Rosetta is no stranger to expertly teasing out the familiar, balanced flavour notes for which Frinsa is celebrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRosetta’s notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cem\u003eClassic\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour: \u003cem\u003eFull \u0026amp; rich, Lemongrass, black tea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Wildan’s coffees have long challenged expectations of Indonesian cup profiles, with a processing approach that continues to push beyond convention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the roast, we extend development after the initial soak phase, encouraging prolonged caramelisation to maximise sweetness while preserving vibrancy and subtle red fruit notes in the cup. The result is a layered coffee, with notes of cooked rhubarb and black tea on the finish, delivering a balanced and expressive brewing experience.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Rosetta\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Produced by Wildan Mustofa and his wife, Atieq Mustikaningtyas, at Frinsa Estate, this coffee reflects a long-term focus on quality and traceability. Wildan has led Frinsa for 16 years, with our sourcing relationship spanning over 8 years. Frinsa Estate has developed into a fully integrated operation, with a wet mill, dry mill, and storage facilities all on site. This allows full traceability from harvest through to export, with lots separated by cultivar, field location, and picking date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcross multiple sites in West Java, Frinsa cultivates a wide range of varieties, including Ateng Super, P88, Borbor, Sigarar Utang, and Lini S-795, alongside ongoing cultivar experimentation and collaboration with local smallholders. The estate also supports reforestation and water conservation initiatives.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,400m ASL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ateng Super, P88, Borbor, Andungsar, Sigarar Utang, Lini S-795\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\/26\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Weninggalih, West Java\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indonesia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wildan Mustofa \u0026amp; Atieq Mustikaningtyas of Frinsa Estate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rosetta Roastery","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":44007462797446,"sku":"ROSETTAINDOFRINSA26250G","price":330.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":44007462830214,"sku":"ROSETTAINDOFRINSA261KG","price":1188.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/FrinsaEstate25_26.jpg?v=1779719984"},{"product_id":"rosetta-roastery-peru-aromas-del-valle-washed-2025-2026","title":"Rosetta Roastery - Peru Aromas Del Valle 2025\/2026 Washed","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Americas\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Browse coffee from the Americas\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSouth American\u003c\/a\u003e coffee giants Brazil and Colombia dominate in terms of volume, Peru is one of the world leaders in organic \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/all-coffees\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Explore all coffee beans\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecoffee\u003c\/a\u003e. Peruvian coffee producers with smallholdings within the unique microclimates of Chanchamayo, Cajamarca, and San Martín, have long eschewed synthetic chemicals in favour of traditional, canopy-grown farming. By formalising strict organic certification, local cooperatives bypass the commodity market to secure higher price premiums. Every Arabica tree grown not only protects the delicate biodiversity of the Andean ecosystem but directly funds the infrastructure and livelihoods of the communities who cultivate it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded to give local coffee farmers a stronger voice, greater participation, and direct access to funding, Aromas Del Valle is a coffee cooperative that operates in Peru's northern region of Cajamarca. Led by Iván Cruz Rivera, who combines agronomic expertise with operational leadership, the Aromas Del Valle team partners with the Progreso Foundation to provide a complete support model. By pairing management training with targeted technical assistance, Progreso helps smallholder farmers boost both crop yields and cup quality. The result is a reliable output of sustainably-grown specialty varieties, like Caturra, Bourbon, and Geisha.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the second coffee from Aromas Del Valle to be offered by our friends at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/rosetta-roastery\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Explore Rosetta's offerings\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRosetta Roastery\u003c\/a\u003e. Learn more about this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/washed\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"See more washed coffees here\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ewashed\u003c\/a\u003e coffee's origin, and the unique method of processing used by the Aromas Del Valle partners in Rosetta's notes below.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRosetta's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cem\u003eClassic\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour: \u003cem\u003eFull \u0026amp; rich, Lemongrass, black tea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“This coffee was cultivated at a remarkably high altitude of over 2,000m ASL, producing hard, high-density beans. The slow maturation of the coffee cherries at this elevation allows for greater complexity to develop within the fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith density in mind during roasting, we gradually increase the temperature in carefully controlled stages to ensure even heat penetration to the center. Following a measured ramp-up to first crack, the beans enter a gentle development phase, caramelising the sugars enough, highlighting the lot’s natural sweetness while preserving its distinctive malic fruit character.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoffee details from Rosetta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“The Aromas Del Valle Collective, founded in 2021, brings together around 300 dedicated smallholder farmers who focus on microlots and community blends from family-run farms. Through close collaboration, members share farming techniques and knowledge to improve both their cultivation and cup quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis lot was developed in partnership with the producers of Aromas Del Valle and our sourcing partners at Nordic Approach. It is a regional blend that showcases the unique profiles and processing styles of producers in Cutervo. Many contributing producers use ‘Frutas Maduras’ processing, a method that allows cherries to fully ripen before fermentation. This approach enhances fruit sweetness, adds layered complexity and depth, defining the signature cup profile of this lot.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1,500m - 2,100m ASL\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Washed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bourbon\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2025\/26\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cutervo, Cajamarca \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Peru\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Smallholder farmers of the Aromas Del Valle Collective\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Organic (Certified at origin)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rosetta Roastery","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":44009692856454,"sku":"ROSETTAPERUARODVAL250G","price":280.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":44009692889222,"sku":"ROSETTAPERUARODVAL1KG","price":1008.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/AromasdelValle25_26.jpg?v=1779786653"},{"product_id":"quaffee-burundi-kinama-hill-natural","title":"Quaffee - Burundi Kinama Hill Natural","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn the 1930s, Belgium's colonial government introduced Arabica coffee crops to Burundi's fertile highlands. Soon after, Burundi's smallholder farmers were state-mandated to cultivate the plants for export. By Burundi's 1962 independence, many farmers associated coffee with a colonial legacy, leading most of them to abandon it. This turbulent history has meant that Burundi's coffee is often overlooked in comparison to that of its East \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy single origin coffees from Africa\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Africa\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAfrican\u003c\/a\u003e neighbours. However, that narrative is shifting, as the high quality of coffee coming out of Burundi has firmly placed it on the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Try one of our freshest coffees\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" target=\"_blank\"\u003especialty coffee\u003c\/a\u003e map.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 2015 by engineers Dan Brose and Pontien Ntunzwenimana, Migoti Coffee Company connects Burundian smallholder farmers to global specialty markets through transparent supply chains with quality post-harvest processing. In 2016, the company built the Migoti Hill washing station in Pontien's home community of Mutambu, which revitalised its local coffee sector. Migoti continues to grow with its recent establishment of another washing station in the neighbouring community of Nyabiraba. By pairing their technical expertise with community networks, Migoti Coffee's vision remains the same: to cultivate coffee as a catalyst for growth and prosperity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKinama Hill represents a collective of coffee farmers who deliver their coffee cherries to Migoti's Kinama Washing Station in the Nyabiraba commune, not far from Migoti's original station. What began in 2022 as only a dry mill with a small number of raised beds has grown to include a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy a washed process coffee\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/washed\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewet mill\u003c\/a\u003e, a warehouse, and offices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhaedon's tasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf I were going to sum up this coffee in two flavour notes, they would be raspberries and brown sugar. I probably don't need to say much more to convince you to try it but I will add that I was as impressed with its versatility, and the consistency of flavour across brew methods, as I was with the flavour of this coffee. It has a slight effervescent quality that accompanies the red fruit acidity, and the sweetness lingers on your palate long after your last sip. It continues a multi-year streak of delicious Burundian releases from our friends in Constantia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuaffee's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A naturally processed coffee from Migoti from Kinama Hill has tasting notes of red berries, brown sugar and spice with vanilla on the finish.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaste profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good complexity medium-full bodied coffee, with notes of red berry, brown sugar and hints of spice with a vanilla finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast used:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"What [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/quaffee\" title=\"See available Quaffee coffees\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuaffee\u003c\/a\u003e calls] a kick and straighten roast with a 40-second development time. This lighter roast promotes the fruit and sweet flavour notes\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast degree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light – using my-tonino.com\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuaffee brews:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEspresso: 1:2.2 (27 sec)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAeroPress: 17.5g:200g (2m steep)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlunger: 48g:800g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour-over: 18g:300g (or 20g for more spice)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Quaffee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"In the cup, Lot 11 sits in an interesting place. The fruit is ripe and present — blueberry, stone fruit, sweetness — but it doesn't tip into the heavier fermentation notes that some naturals carry. It behaves almost like a clean washed coffee in terms of structure, with natural processing adding sweetness and depth rather than funk. That quality is partly the cultivar, partly careful drying management.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burundi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mumirwa, Bujumbura Rural Province\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kinama Hill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 100 smallholder farmers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~1,665 masl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Bourbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural, sun-dried on raised beds for 21–28 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuaffee's transparency information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganisation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Migoti\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e Migoti via Zuka Green Coffee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCupping score:\u003c\/strong\u003e 84 (Quaffee)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLot size bought:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 x 60kg bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelationship:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"We have had a working relationship with Dan Brose, the part-owner of Migoti, since 2019. This is our sixth season dealing with Dan. His son Andrew has taken over the day-to-day operations now.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Quaffee","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":44068030120070,"sku":"QUAFFEEEBURHILL250G","price":210.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":44068030152838,"sku":"QUAFFEEEBURHILL1KG","price":680.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/Quaffee_Burundi-Kinama-Hill-natural.jpg?v=1781512979"},{"product_id":"cedar-kenya-thunguri-ab-washed","title":"Cedar - Kenya Thunguri AB Washed","description":"\u003cp\u003eKenya's specialty coffee enjoys a strong global reputation, driven by a combination of high altitudes, volcanic soil, and a deeply rooted coffee community. About 70% of the country's coffee comes from roughly 600,000 smallholder farmers who work micro-plots of less than two hectares. Today, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Africa\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Browse more African single origin coffees\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eKenyan\u003c\/a\u003e coffee growers favour varieties known for high-quality yields, such as SL28, SL34, and Batian. Growers deliver ripe cherries to centralised Farmer Cooperative Societies (FCS) for post-harvest processing before the coffee is sent to global markets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/washed\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Get more wet-processed coffees\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ewashed\u003c\/a\u003e coffee from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/cedar\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Buy more tasty Cedar coffee\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCedar\u003c\/a\u003e was processed at the Thunguri Factory, a washing station run by the Rumukia Cooperative Society that serves 425 farmers in Nyeri County's Mukurwe-ini region. The area features optimal coffee-growing conditions, including nutrient-dense soil and high altitudes. After wet-processing at Thunguri, the dried parchment is sent to the Othaya dry mill. There, the lot's cup quality is assessed, and the green beans are sorted into standard sizes (AA, AB, or PB).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKenyan coffee is graded by size, shape, and density before export. For roasters, uniform bean size is essential for a consistent roast, as it prevents smaller beans from taking on too much heat. This coffee is from an AB grade lot, which corresponds to screen sizes 15 through 18, meaning the beans are between 6 and 7 millimetres in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCedar's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"On espresso and filter, this coffee shows a vibrant blackcurrant character with bright citrus bringing lift and structure. As it opens up, a caramelised sugar sweetness rounds everything out, giving the cup balance and depth. In milk, it shifts into something softer and more nostalgic, reminiscent of a Crunchie biscuit, sweet, lightly honeyed, and still lively enough to carry through.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCup profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramelised sugar, blackcurrant, crunchie biscuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Cedar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This lot immediately stood out as the kind of Kenyan coffee we've loved for years; classic, expressive, and unmistakably Nyeri. It has that familiar structure and clarity, with a vibrant acidity that feels intentional rather than aggressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Thunguri, meaning 'a hill' in Kikuyu, is produced by small-scale farmers delivering to the Thunguri Factory, part of the Rumukia Co-operative Society in Nyeri's Mukurwe-ini region. Established in 1961, the factory has long been a collective effort to improve livelihoods through coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This coffee follows a traditional Kenyan washed process with a carefully managed double fermentation. After pulping, the coffee undergoes an initial fermentation, is washed, and then returned for a second stage. The process is closely monitored, with regular turning to ensure even fermentation. After washing and grading, the coffee is rested under shade before being dried on raised beds over 14–21 days, allowing the profile to fully stabilise.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kenya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thunguri Factory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rumukia Co-operative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nyeri, Mukurwe-ini\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,750 - 1,900 masl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e SL28, SL34 \u0026amp; Batian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cedar","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":44109055918214,"sku":"CEDARKENYATHAB250G","price":329.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":44109055950982,"sku":"CEDARKENYATHAB1KG","price":1179.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/Cedar_Kenya_C70_250g_Bag.jpg?v=1782221845"},{"product_id":"cedar-costa-rica-la-isla-sl28-natural","title":"Cedar - Costa Rica La Isla SL28 Natural","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen Cuban coffee trees arrived in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Americas\" title=\"Try another coffee from the Americas\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCosta Rica\u003c\/a\u003e around 1779, farmers quickly realised that the high-altitude terrain and nutrient-rich soils offered ideal growing conditions. By the mid-19th century, coffee had become a primary economic driver, funding critical infrastructure like national roads and railways. In 1989, Costa Rica chose a deliberate path toward quality by legally mandating that only 100% Arabica could be cultivated. This strict focus on flavour was tested in 2008 when an earthquake caused critical water shortages. Unable to use the traditional wet process, resourceful Costa Rican coffee producers began experimenting with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/natural\" title=\"Get more natural process coffee\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003enatural processing methods\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Costa Rican coffee is Leigh and Winston's third release from the La Isla Specialty Coffee Farm. It is from an SL28 lot, grown and processed in Costa Rica's Lourdes de Naranjo region. Nestled on the slopes of the mountain of the same name, La Isla is owned and operated by the Jiménez and Padilla family, who have cultivated coffee for more than three generations. As SL28 is a variety developed and cultivated in Kenya, this coffee offers a unique intersection of Central American terroir and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Africa\" title=\"Buy tasty beans from Africa\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEast African\u003c\/a\u003e heritage. Read more about the La Isla farm's processing method and this coffee's variety in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/cedar\" title=\"Browse more Cedar coffees\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCedar's\u003c\/a\u003e notes below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCedar's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"On filter, expect a bright, juicy cup with notes of cling peach and a clean, structured acidity. As espresso, the profile becomes more rounded and syrupy, with rooibos-like notes coming through. With milk, it softens into a smooth, dessert-like cup, with a caramel cake sweetness.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCup profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cling peach, rooibos, caramel cake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Cedar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"We're always looking for coffees that clearly express place, variety, and processing, and this lot from La Isla is a great continuation of that. Having worked with this producer before, we were excited to see how SL28 performs on the farm. It stood out for its structure and clarity, bringing a more vibrant, fruit-forward profile while still holding that balanced, sweet character we've come to expect from La Isla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"La Isla is a young, fast-rising farm in Naranjo, run by the Jiménez \u0026amp; Padilla family, and already making its mark with a 6th place in the 2024 Cup of Excellence Costa Rica. Grown at 1500–1700 MASL, this SL28 benefits from the region's volcanic soils and stable climate, offering a slightly different expression of a variety more commonly associated with Kenya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This lot is processed as a natural, with cherries handpicked at peak ripeness and dried slowly in their whole form. The result is a more fruit-driven and syrupy profile, while still maintaining clarity in the cup.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Costa Rica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e La Isla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jiménez \u0026amp; Padilla family\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naranjo, Lourdes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,560 masl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e SL28\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cedar","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":44109062242438,"sku":"CEDARCOSTASL28N250G","price":299.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":44109062275206,"sku":"CEDARCOSTASL28N1KG","price":1199.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/Cedar_250g_Packaging_C69_Costa_Rica_Mockup.jpg?v=1782223251"},{"product_id":"rosetta-roastery-kenya-kabingara-ab-washed","title":"Rosetta Roastery - Kenya Kabingara AB Washed","description":"\u003cp\u003eKenyan specialty coffees are among the most sought-after lots on the planet. This reputation dates back to the 1930s when Scott Agricultural Laboratories developed iconic Arabica varieties like SL28 and SL34. Today, these and other \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Try more African single-origins\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Africa\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKenyan\u003c\/a\u003e cultivars are celebrated globally for their intense complexity and vibrant, fruit-forward flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcross Kirinyaga County, which shares a border with the equally famous coffee-growing region of Nyeri, altitudes soar between 1,800 and 2,000 metres above sea level. Here, warm days and cool mountain nights naturally promote the slow maturation of the coffee cherries. This unique terroir contributes directly to the distinct characteristics that set Kenyan coffee apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpertly roasted by our partners, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/rosetta-roastery\" title=\"Buy more tasty Rosetta Coffee\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRosetta\u003c\/a\u003e, this washed Kenyan coffee comes from hand-picked harvests of SL28, SL34, Batian, and Ruiru 11 varieties. After being transported to the Kabingara Factory, cherries are visually sorted and floated to ensure only dense, ripe cherries are used. After being pulped and fermented, this coffee was \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/washed\" title=\"See more washed coffees\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efully washed\u003c\/a\u003e using the traditional wet process and laid to dry on raised metal beds. Owned and operated by the Karithathi Farmers' Cooperative Society, Kabingara is known for meticulous sorting at every stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhaedon's tasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis season, our friends at Rosetta are doing a particularly exceptional job of reminding us just how good washed African coffees can be. No alternative processing methods are required to produce a coffee full of fruit, acidity and sweetness. This coffee demonstrates that clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI particularly enjoyed brewing this coffee in all my immersion methods: AeroPress, siphon and French press. In all three of those methods, I found a bright grapefruit acidity and a sweet stone fruit finish. Even in unfiltered immersion methods, this coffee has a high degree of clarity despite a significant amount of body. This is Kenyan coffee at its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRosetta's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cem\u003eProgressive\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour: \u003cem\u003eBold, hibiscus, red berry, lingering treacle\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“A moderately high charge temperature sets the foundation for this roast, easing into a more controlled drying phase to ensure consistency across the AB screen size range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“As first crack nears, heat is reduced to encourage a smooth progression into development. A short post–first crack phase helps lock in and preserve the coffee’s bright, expressive fruit character while highlighting a pronounced, layered sweetness that carries through the cup. Clarity, brightness, and sweetness sit at the core of this Kabingara AB lot, and it finds its best expression in filter brewing.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Rosetta\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Located in central Kenya, Kirinyaga County sits between Nyeri and Embu and is one of the country’s most established coffee-producing regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Kabingara Factory forms part of the Karithathi Farmers’ Cooperative Society. It runs two washing stations and supports over 4,000 smallholder members, producing coffees known for their high calibre and consistency. Across both stations, quality is maintained through standardised processing, while factory managers rotate every two years to share knowledge and strengthen alignment across the system. Our sourcing partners have been purchasing from Kabingara since 2015, fostering a long-standing relationship built on consistency and trust.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,800 - 2,000m ASL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Batian, SL-28, SL-34, \u0026amp; Ruiru 11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kirinyaga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kenya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smallholder farmers of the Kabingara Factory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rosetta Roastery","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":44121840386182,"sku":"ROSETTAKENYAKABAB250G","price":350.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":44121840418950,"sku":"ROSETTAKENYAKABAB1KG","price":1260.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/KabingaraAB.jpg?v=1782729907"},{"product_id":"cedar-kenya-kiamwangi-natural","title":"Cedar - Kenya Kiamwangi Natural","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe majority of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Africa\" title=\"Taste more African coffees\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKenya\u003c\/a\u003e's specialty coffee is grown on small plots by families who cultivate about 300 trees per farm. After harvest, ripe cherries are sent to coffee factories (processing facilities) run by Farmer Cooperative Societies (FCS). There, the lots are sorted, dried, and processed before being packed and sold to global networks of green coffee traders. Established all the way back in 1968, the Iria-Ini Farmer Cooperative operates through three factories in Nyeri County: Kamunyaka, Miiri, and Kiamwangi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Iria-Ini boasts well-maintained facilities, modern drying beds, and, most importantly, better returns for farmers. This Kenyan coffee was processed at the Kiamwangi Factory. Unlike the traditional \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/washed\" title=\"Browse our washed coffees\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewet process\u003c\/a\u003e employed by most Kenyan producers, cherries delivered to Kiamwangi are placed inside Purdue Improved Crop Storage bags. Originally developed by Purdue University to preserve grain, PICS are hermetically sealed, reusable bags that assist producers in carefully controlling fermentation. Read more about the Kiamwangi \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/natural\" title=\"View our natural processed offerings\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNatural\u003c\/a\u003e coffee's processing in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/cedar\" title=\"Get more coffee from Cedar\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCedar\u003c\/a\u003e's notes below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhaedon's tasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't your typical kind of Kenyan coffee. That's probably because it's a natural, a relatively rare export from a country that has built an industry around its coffee factories (washing stations) that have a history of employing the washed process. True to its unusual processing method, it also has a delightfully unusual flavour profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat first stood out to me with this coffee was actually its aromatics. It has an almost perfumed quality on the nose. This is accompanied by a vibrant flavour profile, bursting with tropical fruit and a hint of raspberry and lime. It's a joy to drink in most manual brew methods but I particularly enjoyed it a French press, which highlighted the aromatics, and a v60 which highlighted the fruity notes. I also thoroughly enjoyed it in a Moka pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCedar's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"On both filter and espresso, this coffee showcases ripe mango and vibrant tropical fruit juice, delivering this juicy sweetness. The acidity is bright and refreshing, balanced by a silky body and a clean, lingering finish. With milk, the fruit softens into a creamy dessert-like sweetness, rich vanilla ice cream wrapped in a cone chocolate shell reminiscent of a King Cone ice cream.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCup profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mango, tropical fruit juice, King Cone ice cream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Cedar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Kenyan coffees have long been celebrated for their vibrant acidity and remarkable complexity, but naturally processed Kenyan coffees remain relatively uncommon. When we cupped this lot, it offered everything we love about Kenya but with the added richness and intensity that natural processing brings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This coffee comes from Kiamwangi Factory, part of the Iria-Ini Farmers' Cooperative Society in the Mathira region of Nyeri, Kenya. The Iria-Ini Cooperative supports over 1,100 farmers, each cultivating small plots on the fertile volcanic slopes of Mount Kenya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The farmers grow a mix of Kenya's renowned SL28 and SL34 varieties alongside the newer Ruiru 11 and Batian cultivars. Many producers also practice intercropping and sustainable farming methods that help improve soil health and biodiversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Unlike the traditional washed coffees that Kenya is famous for, this lot undergoes an innovative natural process. Only fully ripe cherries are carefully hand-selected before being sealed in food-grade fermentation bags. The cherries ferment for approximately 72 hours in a controlled low-oxygen environment, encouraging greater fruit complexity while carefully managing microbial activity. Following fermentation, the cherries are transferred to raised drying beds where they are regularly turned under the sun until reaching a stable moisture content of around 10%.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kenya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kiamwangi Factory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iria-Ini Co-operative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nyeri, Mathira\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,700 – 1,900 masl (metres above sea level)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e SL28, SL34 \u0026amp; Batian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cedar","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":44136886173830,"sku":"CEDARKENYAKIAM250G","price":329.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":44136886206598,"sku":"CEDARKENYAKIAM1KG","price":1179.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/Cedar_C71_Kenya_250g_Bag.jpg?v=1783343555"},{"product_id":"rosetta-roastery-ethiopia-wete-konga-washed","title":"Rosetta Roastery - Ethiopia Wete Konga Washed","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe high-altitude forest ecosystems of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Africa\" title=\"Buy more African single-origin beans\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/a\u003e's Yirgacheffe region represent the indigenous habitat and birthplace of Coffea arabica. There, smallholder farmers today grow coffee by cultivating a mix of naturally occurring heirloom varieties within biodiverse forest gardens. Literally translated as the 'Land of Many Springs', Yirgacheffe holds a long-standing relationship with the coffee plant, resulting in a unique terroir that produces nuanced and highly sought-after \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" title=\"Taste one of our newest coffees\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecoffees\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Wete Konga lot was grown by small-scale farmers and delivered to the Konga village wet mill, located within the broader Yirgacheffe zone. The station is overseen by Wete Ambela Coffee Export PLC, a venture launched in 2018 by entrepreneur Mekuria Mergia. Mekuria entered the specialty market from the ground up, beginning his journey by collecting small lots from nearby families and delivering them to local \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/washed\" title=\"Get more washed coffees\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewashing\u003c\/a\u003e stations. Today, Wete Ambela works directly with quality-focused producers to supply high-scoring lots to the global market via the Ethiopian Coffee Exchange (ECX).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Ethiopian coffee was selected as the official competition coffee for the inaugural South Africa \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/origami\" title=\"Browse our Origami range\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOrigami\u003c\/a\u003e Cup, hosted by Cape Coffee Beans at the African School of Coffee. The Wete Konga beans were sponsored by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/rosetta-roastery\" title=\"Try more coffee from Rosetta\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRosetta Roastery\u003c\/a\u003e to showcase the competitors' skills. Read more about how this coffee was cultivated and processed in Rosetta's notes below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhaedon's tasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coffee is a classic through and through; that's probably why we were thrilled to use it as the official coffee for the 2026 Origami Cup Cape Town. It is delicate, floral, tea-like and subtly fruity. It offers exceptional flavour clarity and an archetypal expression of the Yirgacheffe terroir. It is stellar in a pour-over or a siphon, but should also serve you well in many other brew methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRosetta's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cem\u003eProgressive\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour: \u003cem\u003eElegant and bright, crisp apricot, tea-like\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Despite this coffee's delicate cup profile, Ethiopian heirloom lots like this can handle a surprising amount of heat when managed correctly in the early stages of the roast. We begin with a high charge temperature to build momentum quickly, keeping the roast intentionally short through the drying phase to preserve its more delicate stone fruit character. Heading into first crack, development is driven primarily through residual heat in the drum, allowing sugars to gently caramelise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The result is a roast that holds onto the clarity and delicacy that define the origin. Wete Konga expresses the signature washed Yirgacheffe expression, carrying bright citrus, gentle floral aromatics, and a clean black tea finish.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Wete Konga is a washed coffee lot produced by smallholder farmers of the Konga Woreda in the Yirgacheffe Zone. The washing station is operated by Wete Ambela Coffee Export PLC and sits at approximately 2,050 masl, serving surrounding farming communities where coffee is grown at elevations of up to 2,200 masl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The station processes cherries from very small farms, typically 1 to 2 hectares in size, where producers cultivate Ethiopian heirloom varieties under traditional farming systems. These are small-scale, low-input, biodiverse, minimally mechanised farms, rather than industrial agricultural operations. After handpicking, cherries are delivered for pulping and fermentation, before being carefully washed and dried on raised African beds over 18 to 21 days. This slow, extended drying phase aids in developing the clarity and sweetness in the cup, a hallmark of a well-executed washed Yirgacheffe lot.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2,050 - 2,200 masl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom varieties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Konga village, Yirgacheffe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ethiopia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small-scale farmers of Wete Ambela Coffee Export PLC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rosetta Roastery","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":44165095227526,"sku":"ROSETTAWETEKONG250G","price":310.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":44165095260294,"sku":"ROSETTAWETEKONG1KG","price":1116.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/WeteKonga.jpg?v=1784213737"},{"product_id":"quaffee-kenya-thunguri-ab-washed","title":"Quaffee - Kenya Thunguri AB Washed","description":"\u003cp\u003eKenya enjoys a sparkling reputation as one of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Africa\" title=\"View more African coffees\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAfrica\u003c\/a\u003e's most celebrated \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" title=\"Explore our freshest beans\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecoffee\u003c\/a\u003e origins. This is largely thanks to the dedication and expertise of its producers, combined with high-altitude climates like that of Nyeri County. Taking its name from the Maasai word for red (nyiro), Nyeri's deep, volcanic soil is mineral-rich and porous, offering ideal conditions for the slow maturation of coffee cherries. Here, smallholder farmers cultivate high-performing varieties like SL28 and SL34 on tiny plots before delivering their freshly picked cherries to wet mills, known in Kenya as factories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coffee comes from a lot grown by Nyeri smallholders belonging to the Rumukia Co-operative Society. These producers, based in the Mukurwe-ini sub-region, rely on the Thunguri Factory's wet mill for processing. Afterwards, the parchment is then sent to a dry mill, where beans are milled and sorted into standard size grades (such as AA, AB, or PB). This \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/washed\" title=\"Buy washed coffees\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewashed\u003c\/a\u003e AB lot was sourced and exported by Kamavindi Coffee through its quality-focused operation and cupping lab in Embu County. Though established as a family estate in 1958, the Kamavindi team now works closely with regional coffee producers to share expertise in processing, cupping, and lot development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/quaffee\" title=\"See more Quaffee coffee\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuaffee\u003c\/a\u003e is no stranger to offering delicious African coffees, and this release from the Thunguri Factory is no exception. Co-sourced alongside Leigh and Winston of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/cedar\" title=\"Buy Cedar coffee\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCedar Coffee Roasters\u003c\/a\u003e, you can now experience how the same beans perform when shaped by two different roasting philosophies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuaffee's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A vibrant, high-grown Kenyan coffee from the hills of Nyeri, delivering bright citrus acidity, big cherry sweetness and elegant floral complexity.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaste profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blackberry, citrus, cocoa powder \u0026amp; a red apple finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to strong body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast used:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"What [Quaffee calls] a small bump and kick, to promote acidity.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast degree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light (122) – using my-tonino.com\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuaffee brews:\u003c\/strong\u003e Espresso: 1:2.1 (26 sec) \/ AeroPress: 17g:200g (medium grind) \/ Plunger: 48g:800g \/ Pour-over: 18g:300g (40 sec bloom, 3 min total)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Quaffee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"In the cup, this lot delivers bright lime-like acidity, fresh big cherry sweetness and layers of candied orange and lime. Meanwhile, notes of white sugar and delicate vanilla florals create balance and elegance.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kenya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mukurwe-ini, Nyeri County\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thunguri Coffee Factory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e 752 cooperative members\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,750 - 1,900m ASL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e SL28, SL34 \u0026amp; Batian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double-fermented washed process, shade dried initially, then raised-bed sun dried for 14–21 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuaffee's transparency information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganisation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kamavindi Coffee Lab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cedar Coffee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFOB price:\u003c\/strong\u003e $14 (estimate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCupping score:\u003c\/strong\u003e 87 (Kamavindi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLot size bought:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x 60kg bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelationship:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"This is the first coffee we have had from Kamavindi Coffee Labs. Co-sourced with Cedar who purchased from Top of the crop. We have co-purchased with Cedar for 3 years.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Quaffee","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":44195114057862,"sku":"QUAFFEETHUNABW250G","price":325.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":44195114090630,"sku":"QUAFFEETHUNABW1KG","price":1060.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/Quaffee_Burundi-Kinama-Hill-natural_4675afa9-bfd8-4aba-8d18-f481b335878f.jpg?v=1785396541"},{"product_id":"origin-coffee-roasting-kenya-kamwangi-aa-washed","title":"Origin Coffee Roasting - Kenya Kamwangi AA Washed","description":"\u003cp\u003eDespite its proximity to coffee's birthplace, Ethiopia, Kenya only began cultivating Arabica coffee in the late 19th century. Benefiting from high-elevation climates and dedicated smallholder farmers, Kenya's coffee crops quickly became one of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Africa\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Get single-origin African beans\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eEast African\u003c\/a\u003e nation's premier agricultural exports. Today, the Nairobi Coffee Exchange manages trade via the national auction system and the strict mechanical screening processes that define Kenyan beans, helping the nation secure its reputation as a global powerhouse of high-quality specialty \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Buy fresh beans\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecoffee\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocated along the fertile, volcanic slopes of Mount Kenya, Kirinyaga County is widely recognised as one of Kenya's most celebrated coffee-growing regions. Kirinyaga's high altitude creates an optimal microclimate for producing specialty-grade Arabica beans. Kenya's coffee producers are organised into cooperative societies that deliver harvested cherries to centralised wet mills, called factories, for screening and processing. This collective system emphasises meticulous sorting and strict quality control, resulting in distinctly sweet cup profiles famous for their flavour intensity and vibrant aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffered by our friends at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/origin-coffee-roasting\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Browse Origin coffees\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/a\u003e, this specialty coffee is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/washed\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Shop bags of washed coffee\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ewashed\u003c\/a\u003e lot of AA screen size beans from the Kamwangi Coffee Factory. Located in Kirinyaga's Gichugu district, Kamwangi is highly esteemed by specialty roasters around the world. At Kamwangi, beans are hand-sorted before pulping to ensure uniform density that results in a sparkling cup clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The renowned Kenyan washed process highlights the coffee's remarkable clarity and vibrant acidity, resulting in a cup that showcases the distinctive characteristics that have made Kenyan coffees some of the most sought-after in the world.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peach, blackcurrant, umami, cola, apricot jam, black tea, tamarind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Juicy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chemex, siphon, cold brew, plunger, espresso \u0026amp; milk-based\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"AA Kamwangi is an exceptional specialty coffee grown by approximately 1,500 smallholder farmers in Kirinyaga County, Kenya's Central Highlands. The farmers deliver freshly harvested cherries to Kamwangi Factory, where careful sorting and processing ensure only the highest quality coffee is produced.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kenya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kirinyaga County Highlands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWashing station:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kamwangi Coffee Factory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,500 smallholder farmers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,600 - 2,000m ASL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Batian, Ruiru 11 \u0026amp; SL28\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Origin Coffee Roasting","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":44224463372422,"sku":"ORIGINKAMWANGI250G","price":345.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":44224463405190,"sku":"ORIGINKAMWANGI1KG","price":1240.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/OriginAAKamwangi_bag.jpg?v=1786092000"},{"product_id":"origin-coffee-roasting-colombia-purple-caturra-mojito-washed","title":"Origin Coffee Roasting - Colombia Purple Caturra Mojito Washed","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor decades, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Americas\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Browse Latin American coffees\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eColombia\u003c\/a\u003e has set a global coffee benchmark, traditionally enjoyed both in blends and as single origins that offer balanced, full-bodied cups. While many still favour these classic profiles, a new wave of innovative processes has modernised Colombia's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Get one of our freshest coffees\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecoffee\u003c\/a\u003e landscape. Using rigorous biochemical controls, pioneering producers have developed repeatable methods involving precise drying techniques and multi-stage fermentations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinca Monteblanco, a family-run farm in San Adolfo, Huila, is known for producing micro-lots that are consistently selected by competition brewers. Managed by Rodrigo Sánchez Valencia and Claudia Samboni, Monteblanco's high-altitude climate is uniquely suited to the cultivation of exotic coffee varieties including this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/washed\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Explore our washed offerings\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ewashed\u003c\/a\u003e lot of co-fermented Purple Caturra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe farm's intensive hand-sorting stage ensures that lots selected for fermentation are composed of only the ripest cherries. Using a cultured yeast blend developed with lemon and mint infusions, this coffee was carefully co-fermented inside sealed tanks for 150 hours. After processing, Finca Monteblanco's coffees are milled and prepared for export at the state-of-the-art Aromas del Sur dry mill, just outside Pitalito.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Known for their experimental approach to coffee production, the producers have developed a coffee that delivers vibrant notes reminiscent of lime, mint, tropical fruit, and panela sweetness, creating a cup profile that evokes the refreshing character of a mojito while maintaining the elegance of a high-quality washed coffee.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Starfruit, lemongrass, tropical fruit, spearmint, lemon zest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tart, medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mint-like\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pour-over, plunger, AeroPress, siphon, Chemex, espresso \u0026amp; milk-based\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Purple Caturra Mojito is an innovative specialty coffee produced by Rodrigo Sánchez Valencia and Claudia Samboni in Pitalito, Huila, Colombia. This unique lot showcases the Purple Caturra variety and is processed using the washed method, allowing the intrinsic characteristics of the coffee to shine through with exceptional clarity.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colombia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pitalito, Huila\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finca Monte Blanco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOwner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rodrigo Sanchez Valencia \u0026amp; Claudia Samboni\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,730 masl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purple Caturra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washed, Co-Fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Origin Coffee Roasting","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":44240225009798,"sku":"ORIGINPURPLEMOJITO250G","price":560.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":44240225042566,"sku":"ORIGINPURPLEMOJITO1KG","price":2015.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/OriginMockupResize-Mojito.jpg?v=1786542968"},{"product_id":"cedar-ethiopia-miriga-village-washed","title":"Cedar - Ethiopia Miriga Village Washed","description":"\u003cp\u003eResting high above sea level, Ethiopia's mountainous ecosystems provided pristine conditions for the natural development of wild coffee landraces. Long before systematic cultivation, the coffee plant, \u003cem\u003eCoffea arabica\u003c\/em\u003e, thrived for thousands of years beneath dense forest canopies. Harnessing this natural terroir, generations of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Africa\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Browse African single-origin coffees\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eEthiopian\u003c\/a\u003e farmers have passed down the tradition of growing crops alongside native flora in biodiverse “forest gardens.” Today, most of Ethiopia’s \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Get fresh beans\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecoffee\u003c\/a\u003e is still cultivated this way on smallholder plots under two hectares.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe high-altitude Bensa \u003cem\u003eworeda\u003c\/em\u003e (district) is home to Alo Coffee’s highly specialised processing network. Operating with a blend of tradition and innovation, Alo Coffee encompasses world-class wet and dry milling stations throughout the Sidama Highlands. Founder Tamiru Tadesse sources cherries through direct partnerships with over 800 smallholder farmers, who predominantly grow JARC 74158, a cultivar selected in 1974 by the Jimma Agricultural Research Center (JARC).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, coffees from this variety consistently feature on international competition stages and feature at the Ethiopia Cup of Excellence. This release marks the fifth lot from Alo Coffee to be roasted by our friends at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/cedar\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Shop Cedar Coffee\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCedar\u003c\/a\u003e. Given Leigh and Winston’s uncompromising quality standards, there are plenty of reasons to be excited about this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/washed\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"View more washed coffees\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ewashed\u003c\/a\u003e Ethiopian offering. Learn more about Cedar’s relationship with Alo in the notes below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCedar’s notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“In the cup, we found layers of stone fruits, think white peach and apricot, followed by bright citrus notes of grapefruit, mandarin, and bergamot. The washed process keeps the finish clean and crisp. With milk, those citrus notes soften and give way to a rich maple syrup sweetness, making for a surprisingly balanced and enjoyable milk coffee.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCup profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grapefruit, stone fruits, maple syrup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Cedar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“We’re excited to continue our relationship with Alo Coffee for a second consecutive year. After tasting through this season’s offerings, the Ethiopia Miriga Village Washed stood out for its balance, clarity and the way it showcases everything we love about washed Ethiopian coffees. It’s a coffee that’s approachable yet expressive, making it just as enjoyable as a daily brew as it is something to slow down and appreciate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Behind Alo Coffee are Tamiru Tadesse and his wife, Messi, who have quickly become some of Ethiopia’s most respected coffee producers. Their first-ever Cup of Excellence entry in 2021 took first place, immediately putting Alo Coffee on the world stage. Since then, they’ve continued to invest in quality, expanding their network of washing stations while working closely with hundreds of smallholder farmers throughout Sidama.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lot comes from Miriga Village and is processed at the Murgo Washing Station. Ripe cherries are hand-picked and carefully sorted before being depulped. The coffee is then fermented in water to remove the remaining fruit before being thoroughly washed. Finally, it’s dried slowly on raised African beds, where it’s turned regularly to ensure even drying. This careful washing process highlights the coffee’s natural clarity, sweetness, and vibrant citrus character.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ethiopia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bensa, Sidama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Miriga Village\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Murgo Factory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2,400 – 2,490m ASL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e JARC 74158\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cedar","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":44242729468038,"sku":"CEDARMIRIGIA250G","price":429.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":44242729500806,"sku":"CEDARMIRIGIA1KG","price":1649.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/Cedar_250g_Bag_C72_Ethiopia.jpg?v=1786605445"},{"product_id":"origin-coffee-roasting-india-ratnagiri-estate-anaerobic-natural","title":"Origin Coffee Roasting - India Ratnagiri Estate Anaerobic Natural","description":"\u003cp\u003eIndia's relationship with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Choose from our freshest beans\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecoffee\u003c\/a\u003e is rooted in the legend of Baba Budan, a 17th-century Sufi saint who brought seven coffee beans from Yemen after a pilgrimage to Mecca. By planting those seeds in the misty hills of Karnataka, he sparked what would become India's coffee industry. On the world stage, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Asia\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Get more coffee from Asia\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eIndia\u003c\/a\u003e was long known primarily for bulk exports of Robusta beans for commercial blends. Today, that narrative has shifted dramatically as forward-thinking producers prioritise high-altitude, shade-grown Arabica beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNear the Bababudangiri mountain range (named after Baba Budan), Ratnagiri Estate is globally recognised for its pioneering approach to experimental processing. Rather than relying solely on traditional methods, estate owner Ashok Patre has spent the last decade investing in advanced, science-backed processing technology, including an on-site microbiology lab, bioprocessing tanks, and custom drying setups. Additionally, the estate has reduced its water usage by up to 65% through high-pressure eco-pulpers and strict wastewater treatment protocols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lot, roasted by Cape Town's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/origin-coffee-roasting\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Shop Origin Coffee\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOrigin Coffee Roasting\u003c\/a\u003e, showcases the Cauvery variety, more widely known as Catimor. It inherits a rich flavour quality and high yield potential from Caturra, balanced by the natural hardiness of the Timor Hybrid. Read Origin's notes below to learn about the coffee's anaerobic \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/natural\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Explore natural process coffees\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003enatural\u003c\/a\u003e process and controlled drying phase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Ratnagiri Estate is an exceptional specialty coffee produced at Ratnagiri Estate in the Bababudangiri region of India’s Western Ghats. Carefully crafted using an anaerobic natural process, ripe coffee cherries are fermented in sealed, oxygen-free tanks before being dried with the fruit intact. This innovative approach enhances the coffee’s natural sweetness and complexity, producing a vibrant cup with expressive fruit character while showcasing the estate’s commitment to quality, experimentation, and precision.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glazed blueberry, cranberry, tropical fruit, cardamom, caramel, cocoa, marshmallow, sugar-sanded gummies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Velvety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vibrant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Siphon, Chemex, V60, plunger, Aeropress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Nestled in the Bababudangiri Hills of Karnataka, within the Western Ghats, Ratnagiri Estate benefits from one of India’s most unique coffee-growing environments. The estate sits at elevations of approximately 1,200–1,450 metres above sea level, where rich soils, abundant monsoon rainfall, cool mountain temperatures, and native shade trees create ideal conditions for cultivating exceptional coffee. The biodiversity of the Western Ghats, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, contributes to slow cherry maturation, allowing the coffee to develop remarkable sweetness, depth, and complexity.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bababudangiri, Western Ghats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOwner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ratnagiri Estate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,200–1,450m ASL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cauvery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anaerobic natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Origin Coffee Roasting","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":44242759975046,"sku":"ORIGINRATNAGIRI250G","price":290.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":44242760007814,"sku":"ORIGINRATNAGIRI1KG","price":1045.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/OriginMockupResizeRatnagiri.jpg?v=1786606816"},{"product_id":"rosetta-roastery-rwanda-gitesi-2025-washed","title":"Rosetta Roastery - Rwanda Gitesi 2025 Washed","description":"\u003cp\u003ePreviously, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/rosetta-roastery\" title=\"Shop Rosetta Coffee\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRosetta\u003c\/a\u003e’s Rwandan coffees were a rare treat, but much to our delight, our roasting partners are offering a new harvest from the Gitesi Washing Station. Located in the Karongi District’s mountainous terrain, Gitesi is a private washing station owned and run by father-and-son duo Alexis and Aimé Gahizi. Established in 2005, the station began processing coffee within its first year. After initially struggling to maintain operations, the pair worked hard to turn a profit in 2010. Since then, the Gahizis have built Gitesi into a sustainable company with the goal of empowering Karongi and its people. One way they achieve this is through a pilot program introducing farmers to broader cultivation practices, providing income outside the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" title=\"Explore our freshest beans\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecoffee\u003c\/a\u003e season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, the station’s facilities are kept impressively clean and well-organised, thanks to the consistent dedication of its management team, efforts that helped Gitesi take the top spot in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Africa\" title=\"Buy African single-origin coffees\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRwanda\u003c\/a\u003e’s Cup of Excellence. Certified by both C.A.F.E. Practices and the Rainforest Alliance, Gitesi utilises a modern wastewater management system and produces its own organic fertiliser from discarded coffee pulp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis release is another opportunity to taste the Red Bourbon variety grown and processed at Gitesi. Read Rosetta’s notes below to find out more about this washed coffee’s \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/all-coffees\/Light-roast\" title=\"Shop more light roasts\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elight\u003c\/a\u003e roast profile and Gitesi’s community initiatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhaedon's tasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis was an interesting and unexpected sampling experience for me. This coffee doesn't taste much like what I expect of high-quality Rwandan Red Bourbons, nor of Gitesi lots from Rosetta specifically, but it was no less enjoyable for its uniqueness. I think what stood out for me was the rich sweetness that I likened to molasses in my notes. The fruity flavours I found weren't sharp or acidic, but rather mellow and luxuriously sweet, a bit more like stewed fruit than fresh fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI actually found my very best brews of this coffee were in my trusty Moka pot and in my Yama siphon rather than my newer brewers. Something about both those (very different) cups brought out the best in this coffee. In the siphon specifically, a creamy texture created a tasting experience that reminded me a little of rum raisin ice cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRosetta’s notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cem\u003eClassic\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour: \u003cem\u003e Red currant, preserved fruit, maple sweetness\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The Red Bourbon variety provides an elegant foundation which, in combination with a carefully executed washed process, produces a cup that is remarkably clean, sweet, and bright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“To highlight these characteristics, we begin with a moderate charge temperature and maintain a balanced roast profile that preserves the coffee’s vibrant acidity and red fruit character. We then extend development just enough to round out the sweetness, enhancing body and integration without compromising clarity. The result is a lively cup with a lingering maple sweetness that carries effortlessly from filter to espresso.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Gitesi Washing Station is situated in Rwanda’s Western Province and has become one of the country’s most respected coffee producers. Founded in 2005 by Alexis Gahizi and his son, Aimé, Gitesi spent its early years navigating significant challenges before reaching profitability and long-term sustainability in 2010. Today, it works alongside more than 1800 smallholder farming families, many of whom have supplied cherries to Gitesi for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Quality begins long before harvest with farmers selectively hand-picking ripe cherries, while the team at Gitesi follows rigorous sorting and processing protocols. Beyond coffee production, the washing station is deeply invested in strengthening the local farming community. Thousands of coffee seedlings are raised in their nursery each year and distributed free of charge, helping growers renew and expand their farms. Alongside farmer training, wastewater management innovations and sustainability initiatives, these efforts have established Gitesi as a model for responsible coffee production — one where exceptional coffees are produced through lasting partnerships with the people who cultivate them.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,750–1,800m ASL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Bourbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gitesi, Karongi District\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rwanda\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alexis and Aimé Gahizi of Gitesi Washing Station\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rosetta Roastery","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":44242918375558,"sku":"ROSETTAGITESI250G","price":300.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":44242918408326,"sku":"ROSETTAGITESI1KG","price":1080.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/rwanda_Gitesi_2025.jpg?v=1786622731"},{"product_id":"quaffee-colombia-atunkaa-sugar-cane-decaf","title":"Quaffee - Colombia Atunkaa Sugar Cane Decaf","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you've been shopping with us for a while, you may have noticed that we have a soft spot for tasty \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/decaf-coffee-beans\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"See our decaf offerings\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003edecaf coffees\u003c\/a\u003e. Lucky for us, our coffee-quaffing friends at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/quaffee\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Try a Quaffee coffee\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eQuaffee\u003c\/a\u003e are no strangers to sourcing and roasting excellent lots of carefully decaffeinated beans. Since \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Buy our freshest beans\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecoffee\u003c\/a\u003e is a seasonal crop, regular offerings, including decafs, rotate according to harvest and supply. While it's always bittersweet to say goodbye to a crowd-pleaser like Quaffee's recent Pink Bourbon decaf, the silver lining of seasonality is the arrival of something fresh! Enter Quaffee's Colombia Atunkaa Decaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced through \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Americas\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Explore coffee from the Americas\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eColombian\u003c\/a\u003e speciality coffee exporter Siruma, this coffee was gently decaffeinated using the sugarcane, or Ethyl Acetate (EA), process. Appropriately named after the Wayuu phrase for \"sleep and sleepy dreams,\" Atunkaa is Siruma's signature decaf lot, featuring a blend of speciality coffees collected from small and medium-scale farming families within the Antioquia region. Designed to be perfect for afternoon or late-night coffee rituals, the beans were processed using the washed method before being sent to Descafecol, a speciality decaffeination plant in Caldas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDescafecol's decaffeination process involves combining mountain spring water and Ethyl Acetate (EA), derived from fermented sugarcane, to effectively remove caffeine while leaving the natural sweetness, fruitiness, and body intact. As a result, this coffee retains all the nuanced Colombian character you would expect from a speciality roast — just without the caffeine hit. Although the chapter on Quaffee's previous decaf has closed, we are excited to make room for a new delicious decaf to brew!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuaffee's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Expect a clean, rounded cup with caramel sweetness, soft citrus acidity and notes of toasted coconut. The body remains smooth and balanced, making it suitable for both filter and espresso brewing.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaste profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orchard fruit, brown sugar sweetness and a nutty finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast used:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Gentle ramp rate with a slowing after first crack to promote sweetness.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast degree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light (124) – using my-tonino.com\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuaffee brews:\u003c\/strong\u003e Espresso 1:2.3 (22 sec) · AeroPress 17.5g:200g (medium-coarse grind) · Plunger 50g:800g · Pour-over 17.5g:300g (coarse grind, 50 sec bloom, 3.5 min total)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Quaffee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The coffee consists primarily of traditional Colombian Arabica cultivars, including Castillo, Caturra, Bourbon and Tabi. These varieties were selected for their resilience, productivity and cup quality. Farms supplying the lot are generally located between 1,680 and 2,050 metres above sea level.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colombia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antioquia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sirumacoffee.com\/about-us\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Learn more about Siruma Coffee\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSiruma\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smallholder producer groups and community lots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,680 – 2,050m ASL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivars:\u003c\/strong\u003e Castillo, Caturra, Bourbon, Tabi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washed, sugarcane Ethyl Acetate decaffeination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e GrainPro-lined bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuaffee's transparency information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganisation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Siruma \u0026amp; Descafecol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e And Sons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFOB price:\u003c\/strong\u003e $12.57\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCupping score:\u003c\/strong\u003e 84.5 (And Sons)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLot size bought:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x 70kg bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelationship:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Our relationship with And Sons goes back half a decade.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Quaffee","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":44264985067654,"sku":"QUAFFEEANTUKAADECAF250G","price":295.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":44264985100422,"sku":"QUAFFEEANTUKAADECAF1KG","price":980.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/Colombian-Atunkaa-Decaf-Washed.jpg?v=1787128205"},{"product_id":"bean-there-olgas-reserve-kenya-gondo-peaberry-washed","title":"Bean There - Olga's Reserve Kenya Gondo Peaberry Washed","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the things we love most about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/bean-there-fair-trade-coffee\" title=\"Buy delicious African coffees from Bean There\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBean There\u003c\/a\u003e is its commitment to directly sourcing and roasting exceptional \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" title=\"Try one of our freshest coffees\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecoffees\u003c\/a\u003e from across the African continent. It has forged meaningful, long-term relationships with producers, and pays above-market prices to ensure that the farming communities with whom they work are fairly compensated. Bean There strives to improve producer livelihoods through its focus on sustainability, ethical sourcing, and direct \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/fairtrade-certified\" title=\"Find our Fair Trade coffee collection here\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFair Trade\u003c\/a\u003e practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the Joburg-based roaster's year-round lineup of 7 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Africa\" title=\"Drink more single-origin coffee from Africa\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAfrican\u003c\/a\u003e single origins and 3 signature blends offers dependable quality, a new Olga's Reserve always causes a stir around Cape Coffee Beans HQ. Following last season's sorely missed Yirgacheffe Supernatural, this year's edition turns the spotlight toward a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/washed\" title=\"Explore more washed coffees\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewashed\u003c\/a\u003e lot of Kenyan Peaberry from the Gondo coffee factory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe latest Olga's Reserve was produced by smallholder farmers in Kenya's central highlands, in Murang'a County. Thanks to the region's rich volcanic soil and abundant rivers flowing from the slopes of Mount Kenya, classic coffee varieties like SL28 and SL34 thrive here. Cool high-altitude temperatures, particularly at night, cause the cherries to mature slowly, producing dense beans that yield some of the East African nation's most vibrant, fruit-forward cups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike typical coffee cherries that yield two flat-sided seeds, a small percentage of any harvest produces a solitary, round bean known as a peaberry. Small and spherical, these rare beans tumble easily inside the roasting drum, allowing for exceptionally uniform heat transfer. The result in the cup is clarity, balanced acidity, and vibrant sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhaedon's tasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlga is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKenya is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWashed coffee is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of this makes me so happy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen I was chatting about this new release to Waseem, the coffee guru at Bean There behind much of the sourcing and the roasting, the first thing I said was that, \"this coffee reminds me of the coffees we used to get so excited about a decade ago before all these crazy fermented lots started arriving in South Africa.\" That pretty much sums it up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI can't just leave it at that though. You see, a decade ago, in the early days of Cape Coffee Beans, many of the standout lots were simply washed African coffees, and some of the best were from Kenya. More recently, post-harvest processing has taken centre-stage and there's nothing wrong with that. Through experimental processing techniques, many producers have created incredible flavour profiles, but we mustn't neglect or forget the classics, and this is just such a lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany in our local coffee community, including Waseem, are observing that something special's happening with the Kenyan lots we're enjoying over the last year. They are tasting noticeably better than they have for many years. What exactly happened with these harvests, we don't know, but there are too many examples for it to be a coincidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particularly lovely peaberry lot from my friends in Johannesburg exemplifies this trend. It's clean, clear, and delicious, with incredible flavour definition. It's bursting with dark berry and stone fruit flavours, depending on your brew method and parameters. I also picked up a mouth-watering dark chocolate finish in some cups. And it's no slouch on body or flavour intensity; this is not your tea-like brew. This coffee has plenty of oomph, and it is incredibly enjoyable. Whatever your preferred brew method, grab a bag and savour it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes from Bean There\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e This coffee has a rich dark berry aroma, complex flavours of grapefruit, blackcurrant, and black tea, and a crisp sparkling finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Our philosophy of seeking the best in both coffee and people, was embodied by Olga “Polly” Robinson. She introduced her grandchildren, Jonathan and Sarah, to the wonderful world of coffee at an early age. This inspired them to start Bean There Coffee Company and share the world’s best coffee, while making a meaningful impact in the lives of the people who grow it. Through direct fair trade, we help these farmers empower their communities. In recognition of her unforgettable example, Olga’s Reserve is a carefully selected, rare, micro-lot coffee. It’s best enjoyed slowly, with a piece of chocolate, in peace and quiet, elegantly savouring every sip. Just as she did.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails from Bean There\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Established in 1998 in Mathioya District, Muranga County, Gondo Coffee Factory is operated by the New Kiriti Farmers Cooperative Society. The mill works with 727 local farmers who cultivate the varieties of SL28, SL34, Ruiru 11 and Batian at an average elevation of 1,900masl. This ‘top’ grade Peaberry is an exceptional example of how terroir and local expertise combine to deliver intensity and complexity in the cup.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e 727 smallholder farmers organised under the New Kiriti Cooperative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kenya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mathioya District, Murang’a County\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Batian, Ruiru 11, SL28, SL34\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,900m ASL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA portion of the proceeds of this exclusive coffee goes directly to benefit Kenyan small-scale farmers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bean There","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":44313205440646,"sku":"BTOLGAKENGONDOP250G","price":350.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/1200x1200-Olga_s-Reserve-Kenya-Gondo.jpg?v=1787834802"},{"product_id":"cedar-colombia-el-puente-natural-2026","title":"Cedar - Colombia El Puente Natural","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor generations, Colombian \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" title=\"View our freshest beans\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecoffee\u003c\/a\u003e was defined by large-scale batches of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/washed\" title=\"Shop washed coffees\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewashed\u003c\/a\u003e coffees, long favoured for their dependable profiles featuring notes of chocolate and nuts. Grown predominantly on steep, family-run plots, these classic flavours established \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Americas\" title=\"Try coffee from Latin America\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eColombia\u003c\/a\u003e as an undisputed heavyweight in global coffee, accounting for half of the nation's exports. Over the last decade, however, a growing movement of innovative local producers has shifted Colombia's coffee narrative from traditional to cutting-edge and process-driven.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 2018 in the Palestina region of Huila, El Puente Micromill was established to process larger volumes than individual farm mills, to enable smallholder producers to sell ripe cherries at premium prices. Serving over 100 farming families, El Puente takes its name, 'The Bridge' from the footbridge that connects nearby growers to its central mill and the greater, global specialty market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorically, individual producers lacked the resources for experimental processing. El Puente removes that barrier by paying its partners premium prices upfront and assuming the processing risk itself. Beyond flavour innovation, focusing on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/natural\" title=\"Find more natural process coffees here\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003enatural\u003c\/a\u003e processes allows the mill to use 80% less water than traditional washed methods. This lot underwent meticulous sorting, sealed anaerobic fermentation, and slow, parabolic sun-drying. The expert roasting duo at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/cedar\" title=\"Buy more coffee from Cedar\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCedar\u003c\/a\u003e are no strangers to El Puente's dedication to quality, and we are thrilled to bring their latest lot to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhaedon's tasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEl Puente lots are always a highlight, at least for adventurous palates, and this one is no exception. It is incredibly fruity! It's hard to overstate it, though its also fruity in a quirky way. You see, it's not just about the sweetness and acidity with this coffee. Its fruitiness also carries through profoundly in its aroma. That might be why I found that I enjoyed it most in a siphon or French press. Those immersion brews tend to allow the aromatics through more with some of the oils, unlike 'cleaner' brews like a pour-over. I don't think there's any brew method you can try that will make this coffee anything but fruity, but if you want to lean in and enjoy the fruit volume turned up to 11, try it out in a good old plunger, or a siphon if you have one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCedar's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This coffee has always been a bomb of flavour. In the cup, we're getting loads of tropical fruit watermelon and cantaloupe are the first things that jump out. On espresso, those juicy fruit notes carry through, with dark plum adding a deeper layer. On milk, think strawberry whirls, sweet, fruity and ridiculously easy to drink.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCup profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Melon, plum, Strawberry Whirls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Cedar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"It's Colombia season all year round. And we have the pleasure of showcasing a coffee we hold very close to our hearts. El Puente was one of the first lots we ever brought into Cedar, helping kick off the journey we're still on today. So being able to bring it back year after year feels pretty wholesome. Somehow, it just seems to get better every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"El Puente; meaning 'bridge', takes its name from the footbridge crossing the river near the El Puente processing facility in Palestina, southern Huila. The facility works with coffee from more than 100 smallholder families in the surrounding area, allowing producers to process and deliver their coffee at a scale that wouldn't be possible on their individual farms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Once the cherries arrive, they're floated to remove impurities and then assessed for Brix levels. Coffees with lower Brix are fermented in sacks for 12–24 hours before drying, while cherries with good Brix levels head straight to the drying stage.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colombia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e El Puente Mill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Palestina, Huila\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,680 masl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caturra, Colombia, Castillo \u0026amp; Bourbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cedar","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":44386385461382,"sku":"CEDARCOLELPUENTEN250G","price":349.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":44386385494150,"sku":"CEDARCOLELPUENTEN1KG","price":1249.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/Cedar_C73_Colombia.jpg?v=1789567994"},{"product_id":"origin-coffee-roasting-colombia-el-mirador-striped-bourbon-dark-room","title":"Origin Coffee Roasting - Colombia El Mirador Striped Bourbon Dark Room","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor generations, Colombian \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Choose from our freshest beans\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecoffee\u003c\/a\u003e was defined by large-scale batches of commodity-grade \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/washed\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Browse washed coffees\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ewashed\u003c\/a\u003e coffees, long favoured for their classic, dependable flavour profiles. Over the last decade, however, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Americas\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Buy more single-origins from Latin America\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eColombia\u003c\/a\u003e’s coffee narrative has shifted toward innovative processing techniques and exotic varieties. This transition from traditional to experimental has empowered producers like Elkin Guzman in Huila to find cutting-edge ways to showcase the distinct characteristics of coffees such as Bourbon, Tabi, and Gesha, among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrown and processed at Elkin Guzman’s 32-hectare farm, Finca El Mirador, this single-origin release from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/origin-coffee-roasting\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Explore Origin Coffee Roasting's offerings\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/a\u003e draws on generations of Guzman family knowledge. Elkin dedicates his time to researching and testing innovative post-harvest \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/natural\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"See our natural \u0026amp; hybrid process coffees\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003emethods\u003c\/a\u003e, such as his signature dark room process. For this lot, the El Mirador team uses a continuous 24-hour drying cycle: after a short, submerged fermentation, the Striped Bourbon cherries are moved into an airtight, darkened drying chamber equipped with precision climate control. By eliminating outside weather fluctuations and drying the coffee slowly over 12 to 15 days, this lot yields a distinct clarity and vibrancy that stand out compared to traditional-process coffees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin’s notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“This Striped Bourbon is a distinctive specialty coffee produced by Elkin Guzman at Finca El Mirador in Huila. Striped Bourbon is a rare coffee variety recognised by the characteristic stripes on its ripe cherries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Elkin is known for his experimental approach to processing, and this lot is naturally processed, allowing the coffee to dry in its cherry and develop pronounced fruit character and sweetness. This particular coffee is noted for flavours of orange, kiwi, grape and a delicate tea-like quality.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Earl Grey, eucalyptus, lemongrass, cocoa, raspberry, cardamom, caraway \u0026amp; citrus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, velvety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citrus-like\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing:\u003c\/strong\u003e V60, AeroPress, espresso \u0026amp; milk-based\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Finca El Mirador is a roughly 31–32 hectare farm in Huila, with most of the land dedicated to coffee and a diverse collection of varieties including Striped, Orange and Pink Bourbon, Tabi, Mokka and Gesha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Elkin Guzman comes from a family with more than 70 years of experience in coffee and has spent over a decade researching fermentation and post-harvest processing. The farm's high-altitude conditions, together with Elkin's precise processing methods, allow each variety to express its distinct characteristics.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colombia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pitalito, Huila\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finca El Mirador\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOwner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elkin Guzman\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,550 - 1,750m ASL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Striped Bourbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark Room Anaerobic Natural Fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Origin Coffee Roasting","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":44394181427334,"sku":"ORIGINCOLSTRIPED250G","price":670.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":44394181460102,"sku":"ORIGINCOLSTRIPED1KG","price":2410.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/origin_striped_bourbon_dark_room_81c83f5f-76bf-495e-ac01-683cb719af2b.jpg?v=1790764140"},{"product_id":"quaffee-ltd-reserve-ethiopia-alo-dume-shade-natural","title":"Quaffee Ltd Reserve - Ethiopia Alo Dume Shade Natural","description":"\u003cp\u003eLong before it was ever harvested or brewed, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" title=\"Buy our freshest beans\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecoffee\u003c\/a\u003e grew wild in the misty forest valleys of southern \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Africa\" title=\"Explore our African single-origins\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/a\u003e. Today, thousands of indigenous arabica landraces still flourish under the shaded canopy of the Great Rift Valley. In the Sidama highlands, where nearly 90% of the population relies on agriculture, generations of smallholders have cultivated heirloom varieties on traditional garden plots. It is this deep-rooted relationship, and complex flavour profile, that makes Ethiopian coffee so highly prized - not just by home enthusiasts, but by top competitors on the global stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the past, we’ve had the privilege of featuring Quaffee’s limited reserve lots. Now, we are thrilled to present the first of four extra-special coffees chosen to celebrate 20 years of thoughtfully sourced and carefully roasted beans. Since 2006, Quaffee has roasted beans with the understanding that coffee is an agricultural product first: shaped by farming, processing, pricing, and relationships long before it is ever roasted or enjoyed. This philosophy reinforces our Constantia-based friends' belief that exceptional quality relies on a delicate chain of responsibilities, starting with the dedicated, often unseen work of farmers and producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis limited reserve Ethiopian coffee was co-sourced with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/cedar\" title=\"Shop Cedar coffee beans\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCedar\u003c\/a\u003e and comes directly from Tamiru Tadesse’s Alo Coffee network in Bensa. Composed of the single-cultivar JARC 74158, this lot was grown between 2,400–2,550 metres above sea level and naturally processed at the Dume washing station. Located near Muraga Village, Dume is one of Alo’s newest additions and specialises in controlled \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/natural\" title=\"View more natural process coffees here\"\u003enatural\u003c\/a\u003e fermentations. Established in 2025, Dume, which means “red” in the native Sidaamu Afoo language, was named to represent the region's rich red soil and the color of perfectly ripe coffee cherries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo mark the first of four releases celebrating its 20th anniversary, Quaffee has secured a small quantity of this special Alo lot. Due to its limited nature, this coffee will only be roasted on Wednesdays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuaffee’s notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“A high-altitude natural Ethiopian coffee from Sidama, produced through the Alo Coffee network. Once we tasted it we knew we had to have this coffee to help celebrate 2 decades in coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“In the cup, this coffee delivers a vivid fruit profile. We found lime, melon, apricot and blueberry up front, followed by caramelised brown sugar sweetness and a finish of vanilla. The result is a coffee with bright acidity, layered fruit notes and a juicy, expressive character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“For filter brewing, use the coffee as fresh as possible to experience its full fruit expression. For espresso, allow approximately four days after roasting before brewing. This provides time for the coffee to settle while preserving its vibrant fruit character.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaste profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jasmine, lime, melon, apricot, blueberries \u0026amp; caramelised brown sugar with a finish of vanilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle ramp through the roast, with an accelerated development through medium flame control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast degree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuaffee brews:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEspresso: 1:2.3 (29 sec)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAeroPress: 17.5g:200g (coarser)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlunger: 48g:800g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour over\/filter : 18g:300g (50 sec bloom, 3.3 total brewing time)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Quaffee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“This coffee comes through the Alo Coffee network led by producer Tamiru Tadesse in Sidama. Alo Coffee operates several processing stations across Bensa, Bona and neighbouring areas, working closely with local smallholder farmers to separate and showcase exceptional lots from specific communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The Dume Shade lot comes from exceptionally high elevations between approximately 2,400 and 2,550 metres above sea level. At these altitudes, cool temperatures slow cherry development, creating the conditions for concentrated sweetness, vibrant acidity and complex aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The coffee is built around Ethiopian heirloom genetics, primarily the JARC-developed cultivar 74158. Farmers selectively harvest ripe cherries, which are then processed using the natural method. The cherries are dried whole on shaded raised African beds, allowing fruit sugars to interact with the seed throughout drying and contribute to the coffee’s distinctive character.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bensa, Sidama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ethiopia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarmers:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~60 farmers directly connected to the Dume Washing Station and hundreds more across associated stations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e 74158 (JARC-released Ethiopian heirloom)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2,400 – 2,550 masl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vacuum pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuaffee transparency details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSourced from:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dume Washing Station, Alo Coffee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFOB price:\u003c\/strong\u003e $24\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCupping score:\u003c\/strong\u003e 88 (Alo)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tamiru Tadesse Tessma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLot size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x  30kg bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelationship:\u003c\/strong\u003e [Quaffee’s] first coffee from Alo Coffee. [Quaffee] co-sourced this with Cedar whom they have had a relationship with since inception.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Quaffee","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":50511329624198,"sku":"QUAFFEEETHALODUMEN250G","price":490.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":50511329656966,"sku":"QUAFFEEETHALODUMEN1KG","price":1620.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/Ethiopian-Alo-Coffee-Dume-Shade-CCB-Box-updated_1.jpg?v=1790586765"},{"product_id":"rosetta-roastery-brazil-das-almas-anaerobic-natural-2025","title":"Rosetta Roastery - Brazil Das Almas Anaerobic Natural 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eHistorically, Brazil has produced nearly a third of the world’s \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/all-coffees\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Choose from our freshest beans\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecoffee\u003c\/a\u003e supply—a legacy tracing back to the 18th century. Over time, large-scale industrialisation shaped Brazil’s coffee output, cementing the nation’s reputation as a global powerhouse for commodity-grade coffee. However, innovative \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Americas\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Get Latin American single-origin coffees\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eBrazilian\u003c\/a\u003e producers have rewritten this story by shifting their efforts toward cultivating high-quality lots and experimenting with processing methods. Today, that shift means we get to enjoy exceptional specialty Brazilian coffees like this anaerobic \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/natural\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Try more natural process coffee beans\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003enatural\u003c\/a\u003e, roasted by our friends at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/rosetta-roastery\" title=\"See our Rosetta coffee collection\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRosetta\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne such example is the Muñiz family, who, now in their third generation, are known for embracing forward-thinking agronomy and advanced fermentation techniques. Since 1942, they have grown and processed coffee among the rolling hills of Cabo Verde at Fazenda Das Almas in southern Minas Gerais. While last year’s Das Almas anaerobic natural offering from Rosetta featured the Icatu hybrid variety, this year’s lot offers an opportunity to taste that same innovative process when applied to the Catuaí variety, a classic Brazilian staple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRosetta’s Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cem\u003eProgressive\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour: Chocolate truffle, red grape preserve, rounded finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Aiming to preserve the coffee’s expressive character and complex aromatics, we approach the roast with a moderate charge temperature and a steady, controlled rate of rise. A longer, gentler profile allows the coffee to develop gradually without overwhelming its more delicate aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“As we approach first crack, we carefully reduce the heat and allow the roast to finish with the residual energy of the drum. This approach brings clarity and sweetness to the cup while retaining the expressive, layered character of the anaerobic natural.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee Details from Rosetta\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Fazenda das Almas has been farmed by the Muñiz family since 1942 in Cabo Verde, Sul de Minas. Today, Adriano Muñiz runs the farm alongside his sons, Thiago and Matheus, continuing a family approach that combines traditional coffee growing with a strong focus on experimentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Adriano maintains small plots of different varieties to understand how they perform in the farm’s microclimate, while also testing new fermentation and drying methods on small lots before scaling them up. This experimental approach has helped establish the farm as a notable producer of specialty coffee in the region. The farm also places a strong emphasis on environmental preservation, with around 37% of the property maintained as native vegetation, alongside ecological corridors and 21 natural springs.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,000m ASL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anaerobic natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Catuaí\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cabo Verde, Sul de Minas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adriano Muñiz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fazenda Das Almas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rosetta Roastery","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":50511346925702,"sku":"ROSETTADASALMAS25250G","price":300.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":50511346958470,"sku":"ROSETTADASALMAS251KG","price":1080.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/rosetta_DasAlmasAnaerobic2025.jpg?v=1790150977"},{"product_id":"rosetta-roastery-sitio-vargem-grande-natural-2025-lot-2","title":"Rosetta Roastery - Sítio Vargem Grande Natural 2025 Lot #2","description":"\u003cp\u003eSince 2020, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/rosetta-roastery\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Try more beans from Rosetta\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRosetta Roastery\u003c\/a\u003e has consistently sourced seasonal specialty lots from producer Rosimeire Aparecida Guerra at Sítio Vargem Grande. Now marking six years of collaboration, this ongoing relationship reflects a shared commitment to quality that bridges the gap between the farm where the cherries are grown and the final cup in your hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSítio Vargem Grande is located among the elevated plateaus and rugged mountain ranges of Mantiqueira in Minas Gerais. This lot was carefully grown and processed by Rosimeire and Carlos, who were raised in families deeply immersed in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Buy our freshest beans\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecoffee\u003c\/a\u003e production for generations. Having inherited extensive knowledge and a passion for coffee cultivation, the couple, alongside Carlos’ brother, Tiago, produce some of the highest-grown coffee in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Americas\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"See more Latin American single-origins\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eBrazil\u003c\/a\u003e. Vargem Grande spans just 3 hectares, growing Red and Yellow Catuaí, which they first planted in 2010.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bag of Yellow Catuaí coffee beans is this year’s second Rosetta offering from Sítio Vargem Grande. It is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/natural\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Browse more natural-process coffees\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003enatural-process\u003c\/a\u003e coffee that not only marks the six-year relationship between Rosetta and Sítio Vargem Grande, but also offers a chance to try these same beans with a classic roast profile instead of the previously offered progressive style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRosetta’s Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cem\u003eClassic\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFlavour: Clean and gentle, chocolate marzipan, rounded\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“As a natural processed coffee, this lot calls for a gentler approach in the roast. The lower density of the beans means we start from a lower charge temperature and use a slower ramp toward first crack. This extended roast allows the internal structure of the beans to develop without overdeveloping the exterior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Naturals typically have a more brittle cellular structure, which can lead to more fines during grinding. In the cup, this often translates into a fuller, more textured profile and a rounder mouthfeel in the final brew. This lot presents a clean expression of Brazilian natural character, with soft notes of almond, marzipan, and subtle plum sweetness.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee Details from Rosetta\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“This release marks another season we’ve sourced coffee from Sítio Vargem Grande, run by Rosimeire Aparecida Guerra and her husband Carlos. Their small producer-owned farm in Mantiqueira de Minas reflects a long family history in coffee production, with both drawing on generations of knowledge in their work. This includes support from Carlos’ brother Tiago and his mother Lourdes Fatima, another highly regarded specialty producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“They acquired the farm in 2009 when they got married, choosing a high-altitude site for Brazil, between 1,100–1,400m ASL, to pursue quality-focused production on just 3 hectares of land planted with Red and Yellow Catuaí. Processed as a natural, this lot’s cherries were dried on patios for 5 to 7 days, then finished in a drying box over a 12 day period.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,125m ASL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow Catuaí\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lambari, Mantiqueira, Minas Gerais\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosimeire Aparecida Guerra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sítio Vargem Grande\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rosetta Roastery","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":50511386902662,"sku":"ROSETTABRASITVAR250G","price":300.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":50511386935430,"sku":"ROSETTABRASITVAR1KG","price":1080.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/Rosetta_Sitio_VG_Lot_2_Brazil.jpg?v=1790153599"},{"product_id":"origin-coffee-roasting-uganda-bulaago-natural","title":"Origin Coffee Roasting - Uganda Bulaago Natural","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/origin-coffee-roasting\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"See our Origin coffees\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOrigin Coffee Roasting\u003c\/a\u003e has released a new African single-origin coffee. While Ethiopia and Kenya are more widely associated with specialty coffee, Uganda has become an increasingly notable origin in recent years. We’ve featured an Origin lot from the Bulaago washing station before as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/washed\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Try one of our washed coffees\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ewashed\u003c\/a\u003e coffee, but this time we get to try a naturally processed version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coffee was sourced from farms bordering Mt. Elgon National Park and was processed at Bulaago, the Zukuka Bora Coffee Company’s largest site. Known as one of Uganda's premier processing mills, the site consistently delivers some of Zukuka Bora’s standout lots. This \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/natural\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Browse more natural process beans\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003enatural\u003c\/a\u003e process coffee is composed of SL28 and SL34 varieties, made famous in Kenya, that have now gained widespread popularity across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Africa\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Explore African single-origin coffees\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAfrica\u003c\/a\u003e, as well as South America. Read more about this coffee in Origin’s notes below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin’s notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Bulaago Natural is a specialty Arabica coffee produced by smallholder farmers in the Bulaago community on Mount Elgon. The cherries are naturally processed, meaning they are dried whole before the coffee is hulled, allowing the fruit to contribute sweetness and complexity to the cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“This lot has a bright, fruit-driven profile of lemon and strawberry balanced by milk chocolate.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lemon, strawberry, milk chocolate, almond \u0026amp; molasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creamy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citrus-like\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing:\u003c\/strong\u003e AeroPress, siphon, Chemex, V60, espresso and milk-based drinks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Bulaago lies on the slopes of Mount Elgon in Eastern Uganda, an important high-altitude Arabica-growing region. Coffees from this area benefit from elevations of around 1,900–2,100 metres, volcanic soils and a cool mountain climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Bulaago's coffee is produced by smallholder farmers and sourced through Zukuka Bora Coffee Company, whose work in the region also supports community development initiatives.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uganda\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mt. Elgon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWashing station:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bulaago\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 199 smallholder farmers; coffee processed by Zukuka Bora Coffee Company\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,900–2,100 metres above sea level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e SL28 \u0026amp; SL34\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Origin Coffee Roasting","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":50512865493126,"sku":"ORIGINUGANDABUL250G","price":435.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":50512865525894,"sku":"ORIGINUGANDABUL1KG","price":1565.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/OriginMockupResize_BULAAGO.jpg?v=1790172717"},{"product_id":"origin-coffee-roasting-kenya-kamundu-estate-natural","title":"Origin Coffee Roasting - Kenya Kamundu Estate Natural","description":"\u003cp\u003eCoffee has been cultivated in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Africa\" title=\"View all our African single-origins\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKenya\u003c\/a\u003e since 1893, when French missionaries brought seeds from Réunion Island (formerly known as Bourbon Island) and planted them in church gardens. By the turn of the 20th century, Kenya’s coffee had grown into a major commercial export. Just north of the capital, Kiambu County emerged as the heartland of Kenya’s coffee boom in the early 1900s. The region boasts nutrient-rich soil, cool mountain nights, and access to spring water. Today, it remains home to generations of coffee farmers and historic estates, carrying forward a legacy of dedication for world-class, quality \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" title=\"Try one of our freshest coffees\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecoffees\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular Kenyan single-origin, roasted by our friends at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/origin-coffee-roasting\" title=\"Get more Origin coffees\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/a\u003e, is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/natural\" title=\"Try more natural process coffees\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003enatural\u003c\/a\u003e coffee grown and processed on the Kamundu Coffee Estate. Perched high in Kiambu County, Kamundu is one of six coffee estates operated by Sasini PLC, a majority Kenyan-owned agribusiness that cultivates, processes, and markets coffee alongside tea and other crops. Renowned for combining innovative agronomic practices with a deep commitment to sustainability and community outreach, Sasini today accounts for nearly a fifth of Kenya’s total coffee exports. Like all Sasini estates, Kamundu is equipped with its own wet mill and pulping facilities, ensuring strict quality control from branch to bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin’s notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Kamundu Estate Natural is a distinctive Kenyan coffee produced at Kamundu Estate in Kiambu County. The coffee is naturally processed, with the cherries dried whole before the beans are removed, creating a sweeter and more fruit-driven expression than the classic washed Kenyan profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“In the cup, it shows apricot jam, passion fruit and citrus, combining rich fruit sweetness with bright, lively acidity.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apricot jam, passion fruit, citrus, wine gums, jasmine tea \u0026amp; cinnamon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium, smooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Juicy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pour-over, Chemex, siphon, plunger, espresso \u0026amp; milk-based\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Kamundu Estate is a 155-hectare coffee farm situated at around 1,950 metres above sea level in Kiambu County, just outside Nairobi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The estate is part of the coffee-growing landscape of Kenya's Central Highlands, where high elevation and favourable growing conditions support the development of complex, expressive coffees. Kamundu is also one of the estates operated in Kiambu by Sasini, alongside Ting’ang’a and Kakindu.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kenya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kiambu County\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWashing station:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kamundu Estate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOwner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sasini PLC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,800 - 1,950m ASL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Batian, Ruiru 11, SL28, SL34\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Origin Coffee Roasting","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":50533188468870,"sku":"ORIGINKENYAKAMUES250G","price":395.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":50533188501638,"sku":"ORIGINKENYAKAMUES1KG","price":1420.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/Origin_KAMUNDU.jpg?v=1790681464"},{"product_id":"origin-coffee-roasting-kenya-handege-peaberry-washed","title":"Origin Coffee Roasting - Kenya Handege Peaberry Washed","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn recent years, Kenyan specialty \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" title=\"Buy fresh beans\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecoffees\u003c\/a\u003e have consistently impressed enthusiasts the world over. Roughly 70% of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Africa\" title=\"Try another African single-origin\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEast African\u003c\/a\u003e nation’s coffee is grown on small family plots, usually less than half a hectare, known as \u003cem\u003eshambas\u003c\/em\u003e. Since these smallholders lack the infrastructure for processing, they pool their harvests with neighbouring farms and deliver their coffee cherries to centralised Farmers Cooperative Societies (FCS). After careful sorting, the cooperatives send only the ripest cherries to be processed at local mills or, as they are known in Kenya, coffee factories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lot is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/washed\" title=\"See our washed coffees\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewashed\u003c\/a\u003e peaberry (PB), \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/all-coffees\/Medium-roast\" title=\"Get another medium roast coffee\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emedium-roasted\u003c\/a\u003e by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/origin-coffee-roasting\" title=\"See our Origin coffee collection\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOrigin Coffee Roasting\u003c\/a\u003e, coming to us from the Handege Coffee Factory in Kiambu County. Kiambu has consistently produced some of Kenya’s most sought-after lots since the very start of its coffee boom. Perched along the slopes of the Aberdare Mountain Range, the factory serves hundreds of nearby smallholders. It takes its name from the Swahili word for airplane, \u003cem\u003endege\u003c\/em\u003e, and is one of two factories managed by the Ritho Farmers' Cooperative Society. Read more about PB coffee beans and how this coffee was processed in Origin’s notes below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin’s notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Handege Peaberry is a Kenyan specialty coffee produced at Handege Coffee Factory, a washing station serving smallholder farmers in Kiambu County. This lot is made up of peaberries, a naturally occurring form of coffee cherry in which a single, rounded seed develops instead of the usual two flat-sided seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The washed process brings out the coffee's clarity and bright character, with flavours of black cherry, orange and cherry tomato.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black cherry, orange, cherry tomato, cinnamon, clove, dark chocolate, white tea \u0026amp; caramel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full mouthfeel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pour-over, Chemex, siphon, plunger, espresso \u0026amp; milk-based\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Handege is located near Gatundu in Kiambu County, in Kenya's Central Highlands, at roughly 1,600–1,900 metres above sea level. The washing station was established in the 1960s and operates under the Ritho Farmers' Cooperative Society, working with smallholder producers from the surrounding area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The high elevation and favourable conditions of Kiambu contribute to the bright acidity, sweetness and fruit complexity associated with coffees from this region.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kenya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gatundu Sub-county, North Kiambu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWashing station:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handege Coffee Factory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ritho Farmers' Cooperative Society\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,600 - 1,900m ASL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Batian, Ruiru 11, SL28 \u0026amp; SL34\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Origin Coffee Roasting","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":67589954797702,"sku":"ORIGINKENYAHANPEA250G","price":395.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":67589954830470,"sku":"ORIGINKENYAHANPEA1KG","price":1420.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/OriginM_HANDEGEPEABERRY.jpg?v=1790755055"},{"product_id":"cedar-ethiopia-gesha-village-e-26-anaerobic-natural","title":"Cedar - Ethiopia Gesha Village E-26 Anaerobic Natural","description":"\u003cp\u003eLong before Panama Geisha became a global phenomenon in specialty coffee, it grew wild in the dense rainforests of southwestern \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Africa\" title=\"View all our African single-origins\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/a\u003e. First collected during a 1936 British expedition, seeds from the West Omo region’s Gori Gesha forest began a decades-long journey to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Americas\" title=\"Try Latin American coffees\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePanama\u003c\/a\u003e, where the variety’s floral, tea-like profile made a dramatic debut at the Best of Panama auction in 2004. Inspired by the rise of this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" title=\"Try more fresh beans\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecoffee\u003c\/a\u003e, filmmakers Rachel Samuel and Adam Overton travelled to its birthplace, Ethiopia, to learn more. Captivated by the country, its people, and its coffee heritage, the couple partnered with coffee researcher Willem Boot to cultivate the Gesha variety on Ethiopian soil. After months spent searching for the ideal site, they founded Gesha Village Coffee Estate in 2011, adjacent to the Gori Gesha forest itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocated in Ethiopia’s Bench Sheko zone (formerly Bench Maji), Gesha Village sits at over 2,000 metres above sea level and is divided into eight distinct microclimate blocks. Here, wild-selected indigenous Arabica coffees, primarily Gori Gesha, Illubabor Forest, and Gesha 1931 varieties, are cultivated through careful agroforestry practices. The estate partners with the local Meanit people, recognised as “the protectors of Gesha” for safeguarding the native forest, pairing environmental stewardship with direct investment in local infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoasted by the Woodstock duo at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/cedar\" title=\"Browse more coffees from Cedar\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCedar\u003c\/a\u003e, this reserve E-26 lot features the Gesha 1931 variety from Gesha Village’s prized Rarities collection. Grown on the estate’s Surma block, the harvested cherries underwent \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/natural\" title=\"Find more natural processed coffees here\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eanaerobic\u003c\/a\u003e fermentation to deliver a distinct, nuanced profile in the cup. Read more about this coffee’s lineage, processing, and Winston’s personal connection with Gesha Village in Cedar’s notes below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"315\" width=\"560\" style=\"margin: 40px auto; display: block;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/E86IxO_9OxU?si=00Z_BYolGAHY8Z-Y\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCedar’s notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“On filter, E-26 opens with lots of citrus and stone fruit, with dried apricot standing out particularly clearly. Orange blossom carries through from start to finish, giving the coffee a gentle but distinctly aromatic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“On espresso, the fruit becomes fresher, bringing notes of mandarin and orange alongside the orange blossom. With milk, the coffee becomes softer and more delicate, showing a comforting vanilla cream biscuit character.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCup profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried apricot, orange blossom, citrus \u0026amp; vanilla cream biscuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Cedar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Gesha Village has been part of the Cedar story from the very beginning. We've been working with the farm since our early days, and it was one of the first coffees we ever selected for a Cedar Special Release. Winston has also visited Gesha Village and used their coffees in his World Barista Championship preparations. It's a relationship that has continued to mean a lot to us, and one we find ourselves returning to year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Gesha Village sits in Ethiopia's Bench Maji Zone, just 20 kilometres from the Gori Gesha forest, the birthplace of the Gesha variety. The farm was established using wild Gesha seed collected from this forest, and continues to explore the potential of these genetics across its different growing blocks. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Our E-26 comes from the Surma block, grown at 1,900–2,050 metres and made up of the Gesha 1931 variety. The coffee is processed as a Natural Anaerobic, with the cherries undergoing a 56-hour anaerobic fermentation in plastic barrels before being naturally dried for 33 days in full sun.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ethiopia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bench Maji, Surma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gesha Village Coffee Estate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adam Overton, Rachel Samuel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anaerobic Natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e  1,900 - 2,050m ASL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gesha 1931\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cedar","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":67596104532102,"sku":"CEDARETHGEISHAE-26AN250G","price":1099.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":67596104564870,"sku":"CEDARETHGEISHAE-26AN1KG","price":3899.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/Cedar_Ethiopia_250g_R18.jpg?v=1790871165"},{"product_id":"rosetta-roastery-ethiopia-halo-natural","title":"Rosetta Roastery - Ethiopia Halo Natural","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Africa\" title=\"Discover more African single-origins\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/a\u003e’s Yirgacheffe zone produces some of the most sought-after \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" title=\"Buy fresh beans\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecoffees\u003c\/a\u003e in the specialty industry. Across the high-altitude Gedeb woreda, subtle shifts in microclimate create distinct sweet spots where growing conditions are near perfect. Here, in a part of coffee’s ancestral homeland, Gedeo farming families cultivate indigenous heirloom varieties alongside resilient cultivars developed by the Jimma Agricultural Research Centre—pairing generations of traditional knowledge with enviable terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/natural\" title=\"Try another natural process coffee\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003enaturally processed\u003c\/a\u003e lot was grown by smallholder farmers in and around Halo kebele (village), who deliver their cherry harvests to the Halo Beriti washing station for sorting, grading, and processing. This coffee was sourced through a partnership between Boledu Coffee, Halo Beriti's operator, and exporter SNAP. This network grants local producers direct access to vital processing infrastructure and international markets, ultimately bringing us high-quality small-lot single origins like this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRosetta’s notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cem\u003eProgressive\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFlavour profile: Orange blossom, mango, strawberry yoghurt\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“When roasting this natural Ethiopian, we apply a gentler approach than we would typically use for a washed Ethiopian. The softer density of the naturally processed coffee means we avoid driving the roast too aggressively, allowing the coffee to develop evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“We aim to preserve its delicate fruit character and floral aromatics while building enough development for maximum sweetness. A measured approach throughout the roast helps retain the coffee’s expressive fruit qualities while keeping the cup clean and complex.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Halo Natural comes from Halo Beriti in Gedeb, within Ethiopia’s Gedeo Zone, an area also known as Yirgacheffe. The coffee is produced by around 700 smallholder farmers at 2,000–2,100 m ASL and naturally processed at the Halo Beriti washing station.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The station works with SNAP Coffee, whose approach focuses on consistent specialty processing, farmer training and waste recycling. SNAP also supports local communities through initiatives including providing technology to schools and improving road access in remote farming areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“This certified organic coffee combines heirloom varieties, high-altitude cultivation and natural processing to produce its expressive fruit character.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2,000–2,100 m ASL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom varieties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gedeb, Gedeo Zone, Yirgacheffe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ethiopia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWashing Station:\u003c\/strong\u003e Halo Beriti\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~700 smallholder farmers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rosetta Roastery","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":67626357653638,"sku":"ROSETTAETHHALONAT250G","price":300.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":67626357686406,"sku":"ROSETTAETHHALONAT1KG","price":1080.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/HaloNatural_Ethiopia_Rosetta.jpg?v=1791286724"},{"product_id":"rosetta-roastery-colombia-santa-isabel-washed","title":"Rosetta Roastery - Colombia Santa Isabel Washed","description":"\u003cp\u003eAcross the high-altitude coffee-growing regions of Huila, Tolima, Nariño, and Antioquia, an ecosystem of producer groups, cooperatives, and quality-driven exporters forms the backbone of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Americas\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Find more Latin American single-origin lots here\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eColombia\u003c\/a\u003e’s specialty industry. In the Central Andes, Antioquia is defined by rugged mountain terrain paired with lush green valleys. From Jericó to Ciudad Bolívar, the region’s steep slopes are famous for producing balanced, crowd-pleasing \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Buy our newest beans\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecoffees\u003c\/a\u003e—a reputation built on volcanic soil and time-honoured cultivation practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fully \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/washed\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"View all our washed coffees\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ewashed\u003c\/a\u003e Colombian coffee was roasted by our friends at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/rosetta-roastery\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Buy more Rosetta beans\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRosetta\u003c\/a\u003e. It comes from Gabriel Jaramillo, a coffee producer carrying on his family’s farming tradition in Ciudad Bolívar, Antioquia. Across Finca Santa Isabel, one of three family-owned farms operated by the Jaramillo family, high elevations and steady mountain microclimates deliver coffees that offer classic Colombian comfort. Read more about this lot and the Jaramillo family’s legacy in Rosetta’s notes below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRosetta’s notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle: \u003cem\u003eClassic\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFlavour: Crisp, sweet orchard fruit, clean finish\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Our approach focuses on preserving clarity and vibrancy while developing sweetness, qualities for which Colombian washed coffees are highly sought after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Both Colombia and Castillo varieties can produce expressive, balanced cups, so we maintain a steady rate of development through the roast before allowing enough time after first crack to preserve the lot’s structure and flavour definition. This approach allows the coffee’s sweetness to fully develop without sacrificing its fruit brightness, resulting in a cup that is clean, lively and well balanced.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Rosetta\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Santa Isabel is one of three family-owned farms operated by the Jaramillo family, alongside El Coco and Buena Vista, in Ciudad Bolívar, Antioquia, a mountainous region with a long history of coffee production. This lot was produced by Gabriel Jaramillo, a third-generation coffee grower who continues his family’s work across these farms alongside his wife, Luz Marina Moncada, and their family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“While the Jaramillos come from a traditional coffee-farming background, they have increasingly embraced specialty coffee and more quality-driven approaches to production. This transition has been influenced in part by Gabriel’s friendship with Juan Saldarriaga, a pioneer of experimental and quality-focused coffee production in the region.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,500–1,700 m ASL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colombia, Castillo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ciudad Bolívar, Antioquia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colombia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finca Santa Isabel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gabriel Jaramillo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rosetta Roastery","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":67626488758406,"sku":"ROSETTACOLSANTAISA250G","price":340.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":67626488791174,"sku":"ROSETTACOLSANTAISA1KG","price":1224.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/SantaIsabel_Colombia_Rosetta.jpg?v=1791288233"},{"product_id":"origin-coffee-roasting-uganda-sipi-tangwen-anaerobic-natural","title":"Origin Coffee Roasting - Uganda Sipi Tangwen Anaerobic Natural","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhile Uganda is home to indigenous Robusta trees, its history of Arabica cultivation dates back only about a hundred years. Despite political and social unrest during the 20th century, today there is a clear rise in the volume of specialty-grade Arabica coming out of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/single-origin-coffee-beans\/Africa\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Choose from our African single-origins\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eEast African\u003c\/a\u003e nation. In particular, farms around the foothills of Mount Elgon are increasingly celebrated for producing fruit-forward lots with enjoyable flavour profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSipi Falls is an area in eastern Uganda, renowned for its waterfalls and panoramic views. Thanks to its high elevation, cooler temperatures, and abundant rainfall compared to the surrounding plains, the Arabica coffee grown here develops a distinct sweetness and complex flavour profile. The washing station at Sipi is managed by the Zukuka Bora Coffee Company, which works directly with local smallholder farmers to produce specialty lots for export. Today, coffees processed at Sipi remain among Zukuka Bora’s most popular offerings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/origin-coffee-roasting\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Buy more coffee from Origin\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOrigin Coffee Roasting\u003c\/a\u003e has released two \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/newest-coffee-beans\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Browse our latest coffees\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecoffees\u003c\/a\u003e from Sipi Tangwen for you to try. Both coffees were grown in the same region from Kenyan-heritage SL28 and SL34 varieties and processed at the same washing station, offering a direct look at how processing shapes flavour: this lot underwent an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/natural\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Find more natural process lots here\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eanaerobic natural\u003c\/a\u003e process, while its companion underwent an extended 92-hour fermentation as part of its \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/washed\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Discover our washed offerings\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ewashed\u003c\/a\u003e processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin’s notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Sipi Tangwen is a specialty Arabica coffee produced by smallholder farmers in the Tangwen community. The cherries undergo a 72-hour anaerobic fermentation before being dried whole, a process that encourages pronounced fruit character while retaining the sweetness of the natural process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“This lot presents notes of guava, tropical fruit and plum, creating an expressive and fruit-forward cup.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guava, tropical fruit \u0026amp; plum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Syrupy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vibrant wine-like\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chemex, AeroPress, siphon, espresso \u0026amp; milk-based, cortado\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee details from Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Tangwen is located in the Sipi subregion on the slopes of Mount Elgon, where smallholder farmers grow Arabica at approximately 1,900–2,050 metres above sea level. The area's high elevation, volcanic soils and cool mountain climate provide favourable conditions for producing complex coffees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Tangwen farmers work with Zukuka Bora Coffee Company, with premiums from coffee purchases supporting community projects including education, clean water and farmer training.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uganda\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tangwen, Sipi Region, Mt. 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