Country: Democratic Republic of Congo

Producer: Virunga Coffee Co., Katana washing station

Process: Natural

Roast Profile: Medium Dark

Flavour Notes: red fruits, berry, blackberry, winey, sweet

This typical variety, specialty coffee, comes from Katana, Nord-Kivu near Virunga National Park in Eastern DR Congo. The coffee is organic certified.

This organic natural-processed 'Kivu 3' lot is from Katana station in South Kivu, one of eight such stations operated by Virunga Coffee Company, set up by Schluter Ltd. (now Covoya Europe) in 2012 to produce specialty coffees in eastern DRC and improve livelihoods for smallholder farmers in the region.

The Katana area is blessed with abundant rainfall, and the excess water supply ensures ample irrigation for small-holder farmers. Situated at an altitude of 1693 masl, the coffee in this region benefits from altitude, volcanic soils, and proximity to the equator, all contributing factors in its excellent quality. The station processes natural and honey coffee on shaded, raised beds.