Rolling Hills, Rich Soils, Robust Flavor

Tucked in southwestern Uganda, the Kigezi Highlands border Rwanda and the DRC, forming part of the Albertine Rift. Known for its terraced hills, mist-covered valleys, and cool climate, Kigezi provides an excellent environment for growing high-quality Arabica coffee.

Elevations span 1,600 to 2,200 meters, with rich volcanic soils and abundant rainfall enabling slow cherry development. Though historically overshadowed by other regions, Kigezi is now emerging as a rising origin for specialty Arabica with distinctive flavor characteristics.

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About the coffee

Kigezi Arabica often produces a clean, mild cup with bright acidity and notes of citrus, green apple, and floral undertones. Depending on the processing method, the coffee may lean toward tea-like clarity or fruit-forward complexity. With its nuanced cup profile and increasing quality controls, Kigezi coffee is attracting attention from roasters looking for unique lots with a light, elegant character.

Elevation

1,000 - 1,400 masl

Processing Method

Natural

Varietal

Robusta

Harvest Season

March - June

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Rooted Traditions, Hands That Harvest Robusta

Coffee in Kigezi is grown by smallholder farmers, often on family plots integrated with banana, beans, and other crops. These farmers traditionally handpick cherries and deliver them to nearby washing stations or handle drying themselves on raised beds.