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Origin profile

Uganda.
Two Coffee Worlds.

Uganda produces both Robusta and Arabica, in different regions, at different altitudes and under different grading systems. The two should never be specified interchangeably.

Uganda

Lowland Robusta.
Highland Arabica.

Robusta

Altitude
Commonly 900–1,500 m
Climate
Warm, humid lowland conditions
Rainfall
1,200–2,000 mm annually
Processing
Predominantly natural, washed available
Bean
Rounded bean, graded by screen size
Cup
Low acidity, heavy body, earthy and bitter-sweet
Grades
Screen 18, Screen 15, Screen 12 and below
Commercial use
Espresso blends, commercial roasting, instant coffee
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Arabica

Altitude
Commonly 1,500–2,300 m
Growing areas
Highland areas including Mount Elgon
Climate
Cooler highland conditions
Processing
Washed and natural
Cup
Medium to high acidity, sweet and fruited
Grades
Recognised Ugandan Arabica grades, confirmed per lot
Commercial use
Specialty and premium commercial roasting

Available origins, varieties and grades depend on sourcing season and buyer requirements. Ugandan grading is separate from the Kenyan system.

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