Congo Coffee
Tanzania Coffee
DRC, struggling to return to the old days after 30 years of war, wants to become a "coffee heaven" again.
Congo
Coffee .
Coffee was brought to DRC by Europeans. The people were worked as slaves in the coffee gardens by the colonial powers and did not receive any compensation.
After declaring its independence from Belgium in 1960, the country, which was experiencing a civil war, still could not catch up with its old production patterns.
DRC, which was once known as a "coffee paradise", has recently been appreciated for its quality coffee production.
Global Production Ranking
#26
Annual Average Production
340,000 *
* In 60 kg bags
Regions
Oriental Province
North Kivu
South Kivu
Arabica Varieties
Bourbon
Harvesting
Period
April - July
The well-established and developed Robusta cultivation has been gradually replaced by Arabica in the last period.
While arable land and population provide advantages for farming in DRC, electricity, transportation and irrigation are the biggest shortcomings.
Arabica
Production .
DRC
Coffee
Today .
Today, high taxes and market access difficulties are still complicating factors for coffee cultivation.
Public and private sector investments are promising for the future.
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Tanzania
Coffee
Tanzania's 500 years of coffee experience makes it stand out in quality coffee today.
Tanzania
Coffee .
Coffee first came to country as a Robusta variety in the 16th century. During this period, it remained as a product that was produced and chewed only in a certain region.
After the German invasion in the 1800s, Arabica coffee cultivation became widespread and coffee became an export product. After the First World War, the country came under British rule. The British established cooperatives on the Kenyan border to make coffee more efficient and profitable.
With the reforms and privatizations carried out after the 1990s, the way for direct trade has been opened. Currently, 70% Arabica and 30% Robusta are grown in country.
Global Production Ranking
#19
Annual Average Production
950,000 *
* In 60 kg bags
Regions
Arusha | Kigoma, Kilimanjaro
Mbeya
Ruvuma | Tarime
Arabica Varieties
Blue Mountain
Arusha
Bourbon
Kent
Harvesting
Period
May - November
The regions of country that grow the best quality Arabica coffees are Kilimanjaro, Moshi and Arusha. Coffee beans grown at an altitude of 1400 and 1800 meters above sea level in this region mature slowly.
High bodied Tanzanian beans are rich in aromatic properties (blackberry, lemon, black tea, chocolate) and are similar to Kenyan coffees.
Arabica
Production .
Tanzania
Coffee
Today .
In Tanzania, approximately 500,000 farmers realize 90% of the total production by cultivating coffee. The remaining 10% is produced by large farms.
Coffee constitutes 5% of the country's export revenues.
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A unique blend of Kenya and Rwanda Arabica beans featuring an aromatic, smooth, well-rounded flavour.
An excellent choice for those who want to enjoy fruit flavor and experience unique African aromas in their coffee. Perfect with or without milk.
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Result of ÉNKOLO's experience in the selection of the best beans from East Africa and a longer-lasting roasting.
Perfect for the real espresso lover who wants to enjoy an authentic Italian coffee shops experience.