Uganda Natural
250 grams
Good coffee & packaging.
All of our coffee packaging is fully recyclable and printed with soy-based ink. After you've enjoyed your coffee, dispose anywhere soft plastics are accepted.
Origin: Uganda
Region: Bwindi, Kanungu District
Varietal: SL14, SL28, Nyasaland, Bugisu
Processing: Natural
Tasting notes: Blackberry jam, blood orange, pineapple, cotton candy
The Process:
Natural (or sundried) processing is the most traditional processing method for coffee! In Natural processing the whole cherry is left on the coffee and is placed on flat raised beds or patios to fully dry out (think turning the coffee cherries into little coffee raisins!). While natural processing can take longer than some other processing methods it can be a more accessible processing method for smaller producers while still having those complex fruity notes that the Little Bear team loves.
Behind the Producer:
Altitude: 1900-2100 Masl
Farm: Gorilla Summit Coffee
Producer: Small shareholder
About the Producer:
Gorilla Summit Coffee is a project founded by Gerald K. Mbabazi in 2012 with the express mission to allow farmers to earn better income on their coffee. The initiative began in the village of Kanugu, where local producers were only able to find local buyers at exceptionally low prices—sometimes less than $0.05 per pound. By offering training in order to improve farming and harvesting techniques, as well as building a cherry receiving station and installing modern processing equipment, Gorilla Summit Coffee was able to help farmers produce higher-quality coffee, and has helped bring this region of Uganda to the forefront of specialty coffee in the country. In addition to higher overall prices for their coffee, farmers are also eligible for other livelihood-improvement programs such as educational opportunities for youth, diversification projects like chicken farming, and access to community health care.
Why We’re Stoked!
This coffee evokes the feeling of oceanside views, sipping on a sangria with friends, and lounging the day away. Each sip will transport you back to that idyllic setting, where laughter mingles with the sound of waves and the warmth of the sun lingers long after you leave. When jammy blackberry notes, a balanced acidity, and a silky body come together, it's bound to create a showstopper of a coffee that's going to leave you wanting more.
Orders are shipped on Wednesday and Friday.
