Nigeria
Origin
About the region
Nigeria is one of the largest coffee-producing countries in West Africa.
Key coffee-growing regions:
- Taraba
- Plateau
- Kaduna
- Nasarawa
Natural conditions
Coffee is grown at elevations of 800–1,400 m. The climate is warm and humid, with distinct dry and rainy seasons that contribute to stable harvests.
About the region
Nigeria is one of the largest coffee-producing countries in West Africa.
Key coffee-growing regions:
- Taraba
- Plateau
- Kaduna
- Nasarawa
Natural conditions
Coffee is grown at elevations of 800–1,400 m. The climate is warm and humid, with distinct dry and rainy seasons that contribute to stable harvests.
Nasarawa
Kaduna
Plateau
Taraba
Processing includes both natural and washed methods, with growing adoption of raised beds, improved drying techniques, and controlled fermentation.
Coffee is harvested primarily by hand, while shade-grown agroforestry systems are common on smallholder farms.
Processing methods
03
Catimor
02
Bourbon
Main varieties
01
Typica
Warm, sweet, and mellow profile
Medium body with low to moderate acidity
Tasting notes: cocoa, nuts, caramel, herbal and woody notes, sometimes light citrus or red apple
Coffee profile
Why Nigeria?
Nigeria is an emerging coffee origin with steadily improving processing standards and quality, particularly through cooperative projects. It offers growing potential for specialty coffee while retaining a distinctive West African character.
