In the realm of coffee connoisseurship, our House Blend emerges as a testament to meticulous craftsmanship, seamlessly blending the distinct flavours of our 100% Arabica Brazil Diamond and Uganda Engeya beans.
Our unique combination promises a symphony of flavours, taking enthusiasts on a global journey from the mighty Rwenzori mountains of Uganda to the coffee-rich landscapes of Minas Gerais, Brazil.
The Brazil Diamond beans from our House Blend coffee hails from the heart of Minas Gerais, Brazil. Meticulously crafted to guarantee a consistent impressive cup profile. Tailored espresso, the foundation for all speciality coffee such as cappuccino, flat white and latte.
Our expert roaster, Mark, has chosen the Brazil Diamond coffee as it serves as a reliable base to build from, enticing our customers to return year after year for this beloved flavour. The coffee, bearing the prestigious NY2 designation, ensures minimal defects, delivering a seamless and delightful experience.
Brazil, contributing nearly 40% of the world's coffee production, presents a diverse coffee landscape from natural Robusta to the neutral Santos screen 17/18 and distinctive Rio Minas 17/18. Recent investments in speciality coffee underscore the country's commitment to evolving coffee traditions. Mechanical harvesting, predominant in large farms due to the flat landscape and high labour costs, is complemented by sensitive harvesters ensuring selective picking for speciality-oriented producers.
Innovative technologies like 'manual mechanized' harvesting, featuring the derriçadeira —a mechanized rake that captures ripe cherries—contribute to enhanced coffee quality. This commitment to cup quality is echoed through Brazil Diamond, representing the pinnacle of Brazilian coffee, embodying consistency, flavour, and innovation.
Our Engeya Regional Coffee comes next, a coffee that our international coffee expert roaster has discovered offers a sensory journey when blended with our Brazil Diamond beans. Traverse through Uganda's diverse landscapes and discover our Uganda Engeya bean that stands as a smart addition to our House Blend coffee portfolio.
A vertically integrated supply chain achieves a unique and balanced profile, ensuring accessibility and exceptional quality, which is a direct result of the high altitudes and fertile soil in the Ugandan growing regions.
For local farmers in Uganda, coffee is a primary cash crop intertwined with intercropping plantains, bananas, and fruit, forming a substantial part of their family's yearly diet. UGACOF (Sucafina in Uganda) plays a pivotal role in empowering stakeholders, registering over 8,000 farmer households and providing support in Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) training, certifications, and various benefits.
Via Direct Trade, partnered with UGACOF/Sucafina Uganda, we witness a dedication to improving quality through washing stations, infrastructure development, and personnel training. Collaborations with FarmerHub and the Kahawatu Foundation enhance farmers' access to resources and training, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability. Operations in nearby East African countries provide a wealth of insights, positioning Engeya as a distinctive offering.
Focusing efforts in the West, near the Rwenzori Mountains, our mission is to enhance coffee production infrastructure, develop the industry, and foster reliable partnerships with farmers. The region's potential exceeds expectations, presenting an exciting opportunity in the coffee market. With diligence and effort, Western Ugandan coffees are poised to take their place among the great East African coffees, aligning with the growing demand for high-quality Arabicas and persistent interest in East African coffee origins.
The Jurang House Blend coffee perfectly unites our Brazil Diamond and Ugandan Engeya beans, weaving together a rich tapestry of Brazilian and Ugandan coffee traditions.
Crafted with precision and passion, this blend promises a cup that transcends borders, inviting enthusiasts to savour the unique characteristics of both coffees. Like people, some couples shouldn’t be together, and some should. Our Brazil Diamond and Ugandan Engeya coffees, when blended together, just works.
As the demand for exquisite coffee experiences grows in the UK, our Jurang House Blend is a harmonious offering, inviting coffee lovers on a global journey with each sip.