The Duke

The Duke – Tanzania

Tasting Notes: EARL GREY, LEMON ZEST, GRAPE JUICE

Origin: Tanzania

Region: Karatu

Varietal: Kent

Process: Fully Washed

MASL: 1,600 M.A.S.L

Farm: Ngila Estate

Producer: Ngila Estate

Coffee Overview

The Duke is a vibrant and refined Tanzanian coffee grown on the Glenmalure section of Ngila Estate in Karatu, where the focus is on cultivating exceptional specialty coffee. Situated on the edge of the cloud forest surrounding the Ngorongoro Crater, Ngila Estate has been producing coffee since the 1920s and has operated under the Meyer family since 1992.

The estate spans approximately 100 hectares and borders a protected forest corridor that supports seasonal wildlife migration and biodiversity conservation. The nearby Ngila River also contributes to seasonal reforestation projects that help reduce erosion and maintain ecological balance throughout the region.

Ngila Estate is home to a wide range of native wildlife, while also maintaining a strong commitment to its workers and surrounding community through fair wages, education support, medical assistance, and long-term employment opportunities.

Farm / Processing

This lot was processed using a traditional fully washed method. After careful hand sorting, the cherries were pulped and fermented as parchment for 12 hours before being thoroughly washed.

The coffee was then dried on raised beds for 8 to 13 days depending on weather conditions, helping develop a clean and expressive cup profile.

The result is a delicate and layered coffee with elegant notes of Earl Grey tea, bright lemon zest acidity, and juicy grape sweetness, supported by flavours of black tea, white grape, berry, and a clean sweet finish.