Zambia Kateshi Estate Anaerobic Natural

Roast Level: Light

Process: ExtendedAnaerobic Natural Fermentation

Elevation: 1300 MASL

Region: Northern Province

Plant Species: Arabica

Variety: Castillo, Catimor 129, & F6

Tasting Notes: Grape Kool-Aid, Pineapple, & Sweet Tea

Producer Info: One of the first,the Kateshi coffee estate was established in 1972. Back then, its wet processing facilities represented the heart of coffee production in northern Zambia having been the central mill for all coffee produced in the region. Its natural and honey placed BOTH 1st and 2nd in Zambia's Annual Taste of Harvest Competition. Kateshi has been recognized for boldly challenging gender stereotypes in Zambia, being the first and only coffee estate to employ women for traditionally male-dominated roles such as driving tractors, bull-dozers and road graders. Oh, and they also sponsor a football team, the Kateshi Coffee Bullets who compete in the Zambian 1st Division. 

Description: This Zambian offering definitely fits the pedigree. On the front end, you pick up on a grapey nose and sweetness. It opens up to a note of lavender and tropical fruits, alongside a light medium body and a juicy mouthfeel. It finishes smooth, with a more pronounced pineapple acidity and southern-style sweet tea finish.