• Organic Congo Kalehe - Roasted Coffee
  • Organic Congo Kalehe - Roasted Coffee
  • Organic Congo Kalehe - Roasted Coffee
  • Organic Congo Kalehe - Roasted Coffee
  • Organic Congo Kalehe - Roasted Coffee
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Organic Congo Kalehe - Roasted Coffee

Organic Congo Kalehe - Roasted Coffee

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Organic Congo Kalehe - Roasted Coffee

Our Organic Congo Kalehe coffee is distinctly zesty and vibrant. As a medium roast, this coffee is both rich and herbaceous with a toffee-like sweetness and a plush, velvety finish. The full-bodied flavor of Congo Kalehe coffee fills the palate and is sure to be a favorite for any African coffee lover.

  • Cupping Notes: molasses, nectarine, clove
  • Roast Body: Mild
  • Roast Level: Medium
  • Caffeine Level: Caffeinated
  • Single Origin: Kalehe Territory, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Origin: Kalehe Territory, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Altitude: 1,500 - 1,800 meters ASL
  • Varietal: Bourbon
  • Process: Honey Processed, fully washed with fermentation
  • Drying: Dried on raised beds
  • Harvest: March - July

Coffee producers in the DRC worked without organization or coordination, forcing them to negotiate independently with buyers who were free to impose price according to their mood. To get a better price, they would take tremendous risks to move their coffee beans to markets in Rwanda. The Muungano Agricultural Cooperative was formed in 2009 to improve the quality of life and the quality of coffee from these growers. Today, the co-op has over 4,000 members, nearly half of which are women. The increased selling power has allowed its members to buy medicine, send their children to school, and improve the quality of their products.

Ingredients: Organic 100% Arabica coffee. Organic certified by PA Certified Organic. OU Kosher certified. Produced in an SQF-certified, renewable energy-powered facility.

At Fresh Roasted Coffee, we're pioneering the future of coffee. Our advanced, eco-friendly roasters unlock superior flavor in every bean while consuming less fuel and producing fewer emissions. As of 2024, we've taken our commitment a step further. The launch of our new solar array positions us as one of the cleanest commercial roasters in the nation, proving that the most delicious coffee can also be the most sustainable.

Roast Level   
Medium
Roast Body   
Mild
Cupping Notes   
Molasses,  Nectarine,  Clove
Washed   
Honey washed
Dried   
Dried on raised beds
Roast Level   
Medium
Roast Body   
Mild
Cupping Notes   
Molasses,  Nectarine,  Clove
Processing   
Honey washed
Dried   
Dried on raised beds
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Product Reviews

Overall rating: 4.6225166 / 5 from 302 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Organic Congo Kivu from Southern Kivu province offers a zesty and vibrant light roast coffee with a sweet and herbaceous flavor, low acidity, and a smooth taste. Customers appreciate its smooth body, delightful aroma, and versatility in brewing. The USDA Organic certification ensures high standards in traceability and ecology, supporting local farmers.

Summary topics

  • Flavor Profile: 43%
  • Acidity Level: 9%
  • Bean Quality: 4%
  • Tasting Notes: 8%
  • Brew Versatility: 4%

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Review highlights

  • "very pleasant chocolate, berry, and caramel flavors, and the light roast truly brings out all the "top end" notes." — Ed B.
  • "I used Congo Kivu for cold brew and the taste is fantastic with low acidity and delicious notes." — Stephane M.
  • "What comes through to me is good solid coffee flavor, with just enough acid, tannin, fruit and flora and fullness." — Michael R.

Reviews

Rich, cocoa,spicy flavors

"Wonderful medium roast, with new flavor not we've never tried before."

— Claus B. (5/5)

Congo Crushes w/Exotic Spice Zing !!!

"Coffee loves Altitude and Volcanic Soils and I had no idea that the Congo's tallest Volcano was just shy of 11,500. This combined with the fact that the equator runs through the Congo create the opportune growing combo, for nectar of the Gods, disguised as Coffee … Wow, love !!!"

— George G. (5/5)

Great coffee, very flavorful. I buy a 5lb bag every month or so, its very good coffee at a crazy low price.

"Very good coffee for a very good price."

— Josh B. (5/5)

Surprising!

"I like African coffee for its bright and citrusy flavor profile, but Congo is so unique. It’s like a really mellow. More melon than citrus and not as acidic. I drink this as my morning coffee when I get bored with the usual morning blends."

— William H. (5/5)

Very impressed

"It took until my 2nd pot to really catch on to the nuance of this grind. Will certainly keep this in our rotation!"

— Dan B. (5/5)

Great coffee. I typically like Tanzanian Peaberry as on of my go-to favorites but this this coffee is a nice change of pace

"Great coffee. I typically like Tanzanian Peaberry as on of my go-to favorites but this this coffee is a nice change of pace"

— Brent P. (5/5)

Fan Favorite

"I reorder this variety often. A little bit of spice on a nice mild/medium body. A hint of sweetness at the end. Good notes and great flavor."

— Andrea C. (5/5)

Good not great

"Tried this one fir the first time and it was fine. Wasn't great wasn't bad. Not the biggest fan of the flavor profile in this one."

— Eric S. (3/5)

On time quality fresh delivered

"I love what you guys do."

— Chris C. (5/5)

Sweet aroma

"Love this coffee. Sweet with notes of dark chocolate. Flows like honey on my espresso machine. I will definitely buy again."

— ciprian c. (5/5)

Q&A

Is this Kivu or Kalahe? I ordered Congo Kalehe but my order says Kivu. What’s the difference?
It's Kalehe! That's our newest origin - and the only one we have - but our shipping software which adds the titles to the packing lists hasn't updated with the new titles yet. Thanks for letting us know!