Zambia Mafinga Hills

Medium-Light roast

1,600 - 2,000 meters

A crisp and juicy coffee from Zambia's high-altitude Mafinga Hills, with notes of pear and sweet caramel.

Flavor Notes

PearCaramelBlack TeaCrisp AcidityJuicy

About This Coffee

The Mafinga Hills, stretching along Zambia’s northeastern border, represent one of Africa’s lesser-known but rapidly ascending specialty coffee regions. Grown at high altitudes under clear skies and cool nights, the coffee here benefits from a climate that slows ripening and deepens flavor. Many farmers in this region have only recently transitioned to producing specialty-grade lots, aided by local washing stations and regional cooperatives that offer training and infrastructure. The resulting beans carry a gentle vibrancy, wrapped in a clean, refreshing profile that echoes the crispness of the hills themselves. Mafinga is a name to watch, promising a new dimension of African coffee that is both refined and full of promise.

Coffee Varieties

Java Originally from Ethiopia and introduced to the island of Java. Known for its elongated beans and a cup profile with floral, citrus, and spicy notes and a clean, bright acidity.

Catimor The dominant variety in Laos, this cross of Caturra and Timor Hybrid is prized for its high yields. Careful processing yields a surprisingly sweet and complex cup.