This coffee is sourced from the Kisunga Coffee Washing Station, one of nine stations operated by the Virunga Coffee Company in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Established in 2012, the project focuses on high-quality specialty coffee production, supporting thousands of smallholder farmers through agronomic training, organic certification, and the distribution of seedlings. The coffee is processed using a washed method, reflecting the company's commitment to strict production guidelines and improved quality standards for the specialty market.
Based in Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom, Penelope Coffee is run by Giancarlo, Michelle, and their daughter Penelope, who together bring diverse expertise to specialty coffee roasting. The team sources only specialty graded coffees from the top 20% of the international market, maintaining exacting standards in bean selection. Giancarlo brings training from recognized coffee masters and holds industry qualifications that inform roasting decisions and quality standards. Operating a Giesen roaster with meticulous attention to conscious environmental decisions, the micro roastery reflects values that extend from sourcing through roasting to packaging and delivery.
