Matenda Coffee Farms
Espresso Roast - Malawi Viphya Highlands Coffee (250g)
Espresso Roast - Malawi Viphya Highlands Coffee (250g)
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Try high-quality 100% Arabica coffee from Malawi and support sustainable development in the rural northeast of the country.
Located in the Viphya Highlands, at 1500 meters above sea level, the family-owned Matenda Coffee Farm offers ideal conditions for growing coffee.
The hand-picked coffee cherries were then slowly drum roasted in the in-house roastery in Mzuzu to give them their unique flavor profile.
Learn more about the story behind the beans below.
DETAILS
DETAILS
- Whole beans
- Ideal for portafilter, fully automatic or Aeropress
- 48€/kg
SHIPMENT
SHIPMENT
Delivery time
- Germany: 2 - 5 working days
- Sustainable packaging and climate-friendly with DHL GoGreen
Shipping costs
- Germany : 4,99 €
- EU : 6,50 €
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The Story
The Coffee
The robust and balanced note of the coffee beans from the Matenda Coffee Farms comes mainly from the Catimore variety, which, together with smaller quantities of the rare but exquisite Geisha variety, reflects the rich culture and natural beauty of the southeast African country. In the in-house roastery in Mzuzu, two employees ensure fresh roasts all year round.
The Story
The Farm
Located 1500 metres above sea level in the picturesque Viphya Highlands, Matenda Coffee Farm was named after the great-grandfather of the Msowoya family, Matenda Msowoya.
The farm is characterized by its sustainable cultivation methods and consistent use of local resources. The impressive location offers ideal conditions for coffee cultivation and enables the Matenda Coffee Farm to produce high-quality coffee characterized by environmentally friendly practices and social commitment.
The Faces behind
Meet Cyrus Msowoya
Cyrus, now 64, founded Matenda Coffee Farms on the family's own land in 2014. Despite the previous failures of his father and great-grandfather (Matenda) in growing coffee, Cyrus firmly believed in the success of this company. He invested a lot of time in research and development, especially in collaboration with his two daughters, to whom he has now handed over the company.
The Faces behind
Meet Lizzie & Tawonga Msowoya
I met the two sisters as a power couple at a farmers market not far from the capital Lilongwe. Lizzie (right) is a doctor, mother of a small daughter and takes care of the business side of the company. Tawonga (left) is a social scientist and is committed to the community and gender equality as a gender and development practitioner.
The Faces behind
The People
In addition to Cyrus and his wife, another 33 people from the area work on the farm. They work in various areas such as harvesting, drying, packaging or plant care. Their shared commitment and connection to the region contribute significantly to the success of the Matenda Coffee Farms. Each individual contributes their skills and knowledge to ensure that coffee production is sustainable and of the highest quality. The close cooperation and the family-like working environment create an atmosphere in which community and progress go hand in hand.
The Story
The Impact
The Matenda Coffee Farms have a significant positive impact on the local community and the environment. They strengthen the local economy through fair wages and secure jobs. They promote traditional farming methods and preserve ancient knowledge that is passed down from generation to generation.
The farm is also committed to promoting education and building local structures. Through close cooperation and shared goals, they strengthen community cohesion, which should ensure a sustainable and promising future for everyone involved.