Tanzania | Introduction to Kilimanjaro Region Coffee Beans

FrontStreet Coffee Origin Region · Tanzania

In the African region, there are many well-known coffee-producing countries, such as Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, and Tanzania, with Tanzania being one of Africa's coffee giants. The United Republic of Tanzania is located in eastern Africa, south of the equator, consisting of Tanganyika (mainland) and Zanzibar (islands), making it a country with both mainland and island territories. It borders the Indian Ocean to the east and shares borders with eight countries including Kenya, Uganda, Burundi, and Rwanda, covering a land area of 945,000 square kilometers.

Tanzania is one of the cradles of humanity but also one of the world's least developed countries. The nation's economy is primarily based on agriculture, with rich mineral and tourism resources. The country's terrain is higher in the northwest and lower in the southeast, with eastern coastal lowlands and western highlands covering half of the total national area. The East African Rift Valley runs north-south from Lake Malawi in both eastern and western branches, featuring Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak.

The eastern coastal and inland lowlands of Tanzania have a tropical savanna climate, while the western inland highlands have a tropical mountain climate, with average annual temperatures ranging from 21°C to 26°C. Although the country receives relatively low rainfall, with 80% of regions receiving less than 1,000 millimeters annually, Tanzania has numerous rivers and lakes, providing abundant water resources.

The Tanzanian flag consists of four colors: green, blue, black, and yellow. The upper left and lower right corners feature equal right-angled triangles in green and blue, with a black broad band edged in yellow running diagonally from the lower left to the upper right corner. Green represents the land and symbolizes faith in Islam, blue symbolizes rivers, lakes, and sea areas, black represents African people, and yellow symbolizes rich mineral resources and wealth.

Coffee Growing Regions

Ninety percent of Tanzania's coffee is produced by 450,000 smallholder farmers, while the remaining 10% comes from larger estates. Currently, nine growing regions have been established, with relatively well-known ones being Kilimanjaro, Arusha, Ruvuma, Mbeya, Tarime, and Kigoma.

Kilimanjaro

Mount Kilimanjaro is located in northeastern Tanzania and is the highest mountain on the African continent, with an elevation of 5,895 meters and perennial snow cover. It consists mainly of three extinct volcanoes: Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira. Coffee is cultivated in areas at elevations between 1,050-2,500 meters. The sufficiently high altitude, volcanic soil, and pure meltwater sources make this the most suitable region for coffee cultivation. The Kilimanjaro region's coffee harvest period is from July to December each year, with main varieties being Bourbon, Typica, and Kent.

Arusha

Arusha is adjacent to the Kilimanjaro growing region, so the two areas share many similarities, including volcanic soil. However, this region's elevation ranges only from 1,100-1,800 meters, with harvest period from July to December each year.

Ruvuma

This region is located in the southernmost part of Tanzania, named after the Ruvuma River, and is considered a potential region capable of producing high-quality coffee. Development has been challenging due to insufficient funding in the past. Elevation ranges from 1,200-1,800 meters, with harvest period from June to October.

Mbeya

Located in the surrounding areas of Mbeya city in southern Tanzania, this is an important region for growing coffee, tea, cocoa, and spices. Elevation ranges from 1,200-2,000 meters, with harvest periods from June to October.

Tarime

Located in the northernmost part of Tanzania, near the Kenyan border. However, it has limited international recognition, and this region grows both Arabica and Robusta varieties. Elevation ranges from 1,500-1,800 meters, with harvest period from July to December.

Kigoma

This region is named after its regional capital, Kigoma city, located in the northwestern part of the country, near Burundi. The local coffee industry is just beginning to develop. Elevation ranges from 1,100-1,700 meters, with harvest period from July to December.

Coffee Varieties · Typica

The Typica variety and Bourbon variety both belong to the oldest existing coffee varieties, originating from southwestern Ethiopia. Typica coffee plants have ridged leaves with pointed tips, with leaf colors leaning toward green and bronze. The fruit nodes are spaced far apart, with mainly red fruits, and coffee beans are relatively elongated, with the overall plant being tall. They are more suitable for cultivation in high-altitude areas, where quality is better, but yields are low, and they are highly susceptible to leaf rust, nematodes, and berry diseases. Most coffee plantations in South and Central America grow Typica, but due to its low yield and susceptibility to disease, it has gradually been replaced. However, it is still cultivated in countries like Peru, Tanzania, and Jamaica.

FrontStreet Coffee Tanzania Kilimanjaro Coffee Beans

Origin: Kilimanjaro Region
Altitude: 1,300-2,000 meters
Variety: Typica
Processing: Washed
Flavor: Citrus, Honey, Berries, Nuts, Tea-like notes

This Tanzania coffee bean from the Kilimanjaro region on FrontStreet Coffee's menu is processed using the washed method and medium roasted. FrontStreet Coffee uses V60 with a 1:15 ratio and 92°C water temperature for brewing.

After brewing, FrontStreet Coffee's Tanzania Kilimanjaro coffee offers a gentle acidity with flavors of citrus, berries, honey, and nuts. The mouthfeel is smooth with tea-like characteristics, creating an overall balanced cup.

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