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Limited Edition Coffee from Congo's Muungano Cooperative
About the coffee
Enjoy Julius Meinl's latest limited edition microlot specialty coffee, sourced from the Muungano cooperative in the South Kivu region of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Experience the rich sweetness of Muscovado sugar and a syrupy body, complemented by the fruity brightness of lime. Luscious notes of honeydew melon and green kiwi emerge as this coffee cools, rounded off with a gentle, nutty aftertaste.
The Bourbon variety’s natural sweetness and complexity, combined with the washed process’s clarity and brightness, creates an exceptionally clean, vibrant, and refined coffee experience.
About the Muungano Cooperative
Muungano means "togetherness" in Swahili, representing the cooperative's spirit of unity and collaboration.
The Democratic Republic of Congo was once a major world coffee producer, but decades of conflict, corruption, and poverty devastated the industry. Coffee production dropped by around 90%, and the remaining producers often risked dangerous journeys across the border to Rwanda to sell their coffee at better prices.
The Muungano cooperative plays an important role in the recovery of the industry, empowering over 4,300 farmers to improve coffee quality, access markets safely, and secure fairer prices.
A note about the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo: the current conflict escalation has deeply affected many communities, including members of the Muungano Cooperative. This situation makes it even more difficult for their exceptional coffee to reach global markets, highlighting the importance of showcasing these producers and sharing their stories. Now more than ever, every cup of Muungano coffee represents resilience, unity, and a commitment to a better future for coffee growers in the DRC.