Zambian boutique coffee is grown in individual coffee near its capital Lusaka.

Published: Sep 11, 2026 Author: World Gafei Last Updated: Sep/11/2026 159 views

Zambia began its history of coffee cultivation by introducing bourbon coffee from Kenya and Tanzania in 1950. Zambian coffee has a brightness similar to that of Kenyan coffee, but it is more subtle, complex and well-balanced. Zambian boutique coffee is grown near its capital Lusaka, and the main factor restricting the quality of its coffee is its low storage.

In 1950, Zambia began its history of coffee cultivation with the introduction of bourbon coffee from Kenya and Tanzania. Zambian coffee has a brightness similar to Kenyan coffee, but it is more subtle and complex but has a very balanced taste.

Zambia's fine coffee is grown near Lusaka, the capital of Zambia. The main factors restricting the quality of its coffee are relatively low storage and transportation capacity, during which its quality declines greatly.

AA+Lupili Village, Zambia

Country of manufacture: Zambia

Grade: AA +

Planting area: Muchinga

Brand: Lupili Village

Processing method: wet processing

Appearance: 0d/300gr, 18-19SCR

Breed: Bourbon

Note: Wild flavor and sage aftertaste are the main characteristics of this coffee. The aroma of maltose after medium to deep roasting is pleasant.

Dry aroma (1-5): 3.2

Wet aroma (1-5): 3.6

Acidity (brightness)(1-10): 8.5

Taste (layering)(1-10): 8.8

Taste (body)(1-5): 3.5

Aftertaste (Residue)(1-10): 8.8

Balance (1-5): 0

Base Points (50):50

Total score (max. 100):86.4

Intensity/Main Attributes: Mild to moderate/balanced, but wild.

Recommended baking level: city

Contrast: Wild and balanced, similar to Zimbabwe coffee.

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