Bracia Ziółkowscy - Uganda Mubende Canephora Washed Espresso 250 g

Whole-bean specialty coffee from Uganda, roasted by Bracia Ziółkowscy roasting brand. Dark roast, perfect for espresso machines and moka pots. The flavour of the brew resembles sesame, dried plum, honey and buttery body.

Origin: Uganda

Region: Dystrykt Mubende, Region Centralny

Variety: Kaweri

Species: Canephora (robusta)

Farm: Brand Coffee Farm – Jim Tersteeg

Processing: Washed

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Altitude: 1400-1800 m a.s.l.

ABOUT THE COFFEE

Brand Coffee Farm is a project focused on changing the perception of robusta – from a mass-market commodity to a coffee with clearly defined origin and quality. The farm combines modern cultivation practices with a regenerative approach, utilizing composting, controlled processing methods, and drying in tunnels, which allows for better control over the final profile. At the same time, it serves as a knowledge center for local farmers.

By the way, we actually made a mistake here ourselves, one that we usually warn against. Robusta is just one of the varieties of the Canephora species. And in this particular bag, you will find beans of a different Canephora variety – Kaweri. For us, it is simply superb.

ABOUT THE SPECIES

We are glad that you are exploring coffea canephora, often called robusta, together with us. For years, this species was mainly associated with cheap blends, but well-cultivated canephora can be intense, sweet, creamy, and surprisingly complex.

That is precisely why it is appearing in our selection — to show that the world of coffee is broader than arabica alone.

However, it is worth brewing it a bit differently. Canephora is more intense and extractable, which is why we recommend lower temperatures: 86–89°C (it is best to start at 88°C). Water with lower mineralization — around 70 ppm — also works well. You can simply mix your water with distilled water in a 1:1 ratio or use low-mineral water, such as Żywiec Zdrój.

Do not be surprised if it tastes different from the coffee you know. That is precisely the point.

ROASTER'S OPINION

The mildest coffee in our offer. Sweet and velvety, while completely devoid of acidity and with very low bitterness. Great as a black coffee, it works perfectly with milk.

Store in a cold and dry space.