Zambia
Origin
About the region
Zambia is a rapidly growing coffee-producing origin in Southern and Central Africa.
Key coffee-growing regions:
- Northern Province
- Muchinga
- Isabeza
Natural conditions
Most coffee-growing regions are located at elevations of 1,300–1,600 m. A mild climate—cool by African standards—supports the development of dense beans with naturally sweet fruit character.
About the region
Zambia is a rapidly growing coffee-producing origin in Southern and Central Africa.
Key coffee-growing regions:
- Northern Province
- Muchinga
- Isabeza
Natural conditions
Most coffee-growing regions are located at elevations of 1,300–1,600 m. A mild climate—cool by African standards—supports the development of dense beans with naturally sweet fruit character.
Muchinga
Northern Province
Isabeza
Coffee is processed using washed, natural, and honey methods, with growing interest in anaerobic fermentation.
The country is seeing rapid growth in both commercial estates and cooperative coffee farms.
Processing methods
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Castillo
03
Bourbon
02
Typica
Main varieties
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Catimor
Clean, sweet, and fruit-forward profile
Medium-bodied with bright, lively acidity
Red apple, citrus, honey, cocoa, and tropical fruits notes
Coffee profile
Why Zambia?
Zambia is a coffee origin that is increasingly found in premium coffee lineups.
