Brown sugar and berries on the dry aroma; bright red-plum and orange acidity on entry; brown sugar and cocoa through the middle with a light winey note; a full, round body; and a dark-chocolate finish. Gentler than Kenya, but with more character than Central American coffees.
Buying Tips
Region: Bugisu lies on the western slopes of Mt. Elgon, facing Kenya's Mt. Elgon area across the mountain, with high altitudes and rich volcanic soils
AA grade: Uganda also grades by bean size, with AA the largest
Coffee powerhouse: Uganda is Africa's second-largest coffee producer; most of its output is robusta, with arabica about a fifth, and Bugisu is its best-known arabica origin
Brewing Notes
Pour-over: Medium-fine grind, 91–92°C, ratio 1:15
French press: For medium roasts, a 4-minute steep gives fuller fruit and chocolate