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DR Congo Kivu
Bean SmittenAbout This Coffee
This single-origin coffee is sourced from the Kalehe Arabica Coffee Cooperative (KACCO) in the Kivu region of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Grown at altitudes between 1,463 and 2,050 meters, this coffee consists of Bourbon, Blue Mountain Jamaica, Jackson, Mulungu, Karabese, and Catimor varieties. It is processed using the washed method and features a light roast profile. The cup offers a complex flavor profile with distinct notes of juicy peach, conference pear, and orange, with an SCA cup score of 84.
Origin
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Flavor Notes
Peach, Pear, Orange
Roast Level
Light
Processing
Washed
Typology
ArabicaCatimor, Bourbón, Jackson, Blue Mountain Jamaica, Mulungu, Karabese
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Bean Smitten
Darren Tickner founded Bean Smitten in 2014 after leaving a 20 year career in financial services, setting up in a rural location on the Kent and East Sussex border near Flimwell. The roastery hand roasts in small batches with a focus on ethically traded, fully traceable beans. The Classic Blend earned three stars at the Great Taste Awards in 2021 and went on to become a finalist in the Gold Fork Awards. Bean Smitten also serves as an official distributor of Sanremo espresso machines, advising businesses on equipment selection, installation, and servicing. The operation supplies cafes and businesses across Kent, Sussex, and Surrey, while retail customers can buy online or at local farmers markets in Tonbridge and Aylesford.
