Key Aspects of Drugar Coffee Beans
· Definition & Process: The name stands for DRy UGanda ARabica. It is naturally processed, meaning the cherry is dried with the seed inside, resulting in a sweeter cup.
· Flavor Profile: Drugar is characterized by dark berry fruity notes, a full body, and hints of chocolate and hazelnut. It is generally known to have low acidity.
· Origin & Cultivation: These beans are grown by smallholders, particularly in the Western region near the Rwenzori Mountains. They are cultivated at high altitudes, typically 1,200–2,500 meters, in rich, volcanic soil.
· Usage: Due to its robust body and sweetness, it works exceptionally well as a component in espresso blends.
Common Characteristics
· Processing: Natural (Dry)
· Region: Western Uganda (Rwenzori Mountains)
· Aroma: Fruity, berries, chocolate
· Taste: Sweet, winey, full-bodied
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What is dry processed (natural) Arabica coffee?
Dry-processed Arabica coffee involves drying the entire coffee cherries in the sun and extracting the beans, after which the natural sugars of the fruit are used to add flavour and sweetness.
What makes DRUGAR coffee different from washed Arabica beans?
DRUGAR coffee is dried in the natural process, leaving the fruit whole, making the coffee fruity forward and having a richer, more fruit-forward profile than the washed Arabica.
What does dry processed Arabica coffee taste like?
Dry-processed Arabica coffee is sweeter and heavier, with fruity and wine-like overtones, and thus it is more complex than traditionally processed beans.
Is dry processed Arabica good for espresso blends?
Yes, dry-processed Arabica works well in espresso blends, as it adds depth, natural sweetness, and a fuller body that balances the overall flavour.
Where are DRUGAR Arabica coffee beans grown in Uganda?
The DRUGAR Arabica coffee beans are grown in high altitudes in Uganda, where both the climate and the soil conditions encourage slower development and higher flavour development.
Are dry processed Arabica green coffee beans suitable for bulk purchase?
Yes, they are export-ready and good for bulk purchase, hence they are the right beans to be used by the roasters, importers and businesses that need to have a stable supply of quality beans.