CONGO – KILIMAMWENZA
Grown under the shade of canopy trees in agroforestry by Congolese farmers and forming a belt around the Okapi Wildlife Reserve, Kilimamwenza is a summery cacao with fruity notes of melons, dates, watermelons and peaches as well as hints of lavender. Available on international the market for the first time, Kilimamwenza is centrally fermented and strictly regulated to ensure maximum quality.
Location
- Region: Ituri, Congo
- Producers: Smallholder farmers
Quality
- Variety: blend Trinitario and Forastero types
- Flavour Identity: Melon, date, watermelon, peach, hints of lavender
- Fermentation: pre-drainage, 7 days in wooden boxes, 3 turns
- Drying: natural sun drying on African beds
- Packaging: 50 kg jute bags
Certification
None
Supply Chain
100% traceable supply chain from smallholder farmers.
People
Smallholder farmers with access to the international market for the first time.
Forest & Nature
Cacao grows in agroforestry in the proximity of Okapi National Park, and acts as a buffer to protect to park.
