Incapto Coffee has new coffees: Uganda and Brazil Dark Roast
Attention lovers of a cup with an intense flavor, dense and full-bodied cream, we have excellent news for you. Incapto Coffee, has integrated the new range into the product catalogue. Dark Roast. This is here to continue conquering palates and brighten every morning through its varieties. Uganda Bujanga Victoria Lake and the Dark Roast Brazil.
These coffees, in addition to being characterized by their bitter notes, have 5/5 roast, which is quite dark, which means they come loaded with all the much-needed energy many Incapters customers need. It is necessary to highlight that, until now, the roasts of Incapto They were medium high because we consider it to be the ideal roasting point for super-automatic coffee machines.
These are beans with a lot of personality that, from the first sip, you will confirm it. So, if you want to know more about the Dark Roast line, we invite you to continue reading and discover those small, but important details that make it one of the favorite options for those who enjoy good coffee with an intense flavor.
What is Dark Roast?
It is a type of roast that is quite dark and is capable of practically making the acidity of the coffee disappear. Bitter flavors and body predominate. It can reach its peak, although if it lasts too long, the cellulose begins to degrade and burn and the body begins to shrink.
Something you should know is that the acidity of coffee is its personality, if it is balanced when you take the first sip you will be surprised. A cup without acidity results in a very more basic drink, something flat and simple.
Here we can also make the comparison with wine. The higher the cultivation altitude, the more acidity and complexity of nuances on the palate.
Dark Roast, arrives to surprise you
Delighting yourself 365 days a year with a freshly ground coffee bean makes you a responsible consumer because you contribute to caring for the environment and, in turn, support the coffee grower. If you are among this select group, allow me to congratulate you.
Now, Dark Roast reaches the ranks of Incapto Coffee, with the aim of providing not only a 100% sustainable cup, since it is also capable of resulting in an extra intense coffee loaded with energy. Thus pleasing the preferences of those consumers who look for these characteristics in their drink.
As we pointed out a few paragraphs above, this range has two presentations and we will detail each of them below.
Dark Roast Brazil
It is a specialty coffee, with 83.75 points according to the protocols of the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA), and 100% Arabica variety. In case you didn't know, this new version is the brother of one of our best sellers, the coffee Brazil Minas Gerais.
These grains were grown at 950 meters above sea level, which makes them the most suitable option, and is produced in the Pantano I, Vitoria and Congonhas farms. But what makes it even more delicious? It turns out that it is a sweet coffee that is characterized by its chocolate and fruity notes, specifically apricot, medium acidity. When you take the first sips, you will notice that it leaves a sweet sensation in your mouth. It also has good body and pleasant texture, in fact, it stands out for its balance.
The roasting level is very high, with the purpose of obtaining an extra strong drink. That is why it works wonderfully for those who are used to mix and match type coffees. roasted. Without overlooking its dense body and being very creamy.
What you didn't know about this coffee
The Minas Gerais of Brazil comes from the Cerrado Mineiro region, famous worldwide for the cultivation of quality coffees. As well as, for being the first reference of origin from Brazil.
This region is ideal for coffee production, because it has a temperate climate and fertile lands. During the cultivation process, coffee growers are responsible for respecting the Environment, thanks to a program on the stages of sustainable production, which emphasizes the correct use of natural resources.
With Minas Gerais and Dark Roast Brasil coffees, you will not get a conventional cup, since they stand out for their attributes and we can talk about complexity regarding their aroma and flavor.
Uganda Bujanga Victoria Lake
This delicious version arrives to captivate with its pronounced nuances of cedar and tobacco leaves. If we talk about its variety, this is 100% Robusta, in order to obtain an extra-strong drink.
On the other hand, the Uganda Bujanga Victoria Lake is characterized by having a higher degree of roasting, and, like its companion the Dark Roast Brasil, is great for those who prefer blended and roasted coffees. With the only difference that it is a much more natural and quality choice.
Surely you will ask yourself: Who do we recommend it to? Well, those who love a coffee with a common flavor, very strong and full-bodied.
Where does it come from?
Dark Roast Uganda is grown in the region surrounding Lake Victoria. This is the second largest freshwater lake in the world. As for the climate, it is characterized by being positively influenced by the lake. The temperature ranges from 20°C to 30°C throughout the year. There are even only two generous rainy seasons. These conditions allow the land to remain green, and at the same time be favorable for the coffee harvest.
In case you didn't know, Uganda is known for being one of the countries with the highest coffee production within African territory. Currently, 25% of its exports are attributed to coffee; a few years ago it represented 80% of the foreign exchange collected in the country.
Another interesting fact is that the variety that is most cultivated in this country is the robusta. A species that is very popular for its basic nuances, good body and neutral flavor. This does not mean that we cannot find Arabica beans, on the contrary it is also usually grown, especially in the area of Mount Elgon and it is of excellent quality.
What is coffee growing like in Uganda?
We always highlight that opting for natural and whole bean coffees will never cease to be part of what is known as responsible consumption. This is because, in this way, we would be supporting coffee-growing families, a case that applies to those grown in Uganda.
In this country, these small producing communities have farms of approximately three hectares. However, coffee growers can plant their coffee plants in smaller areas, such as one hectare. According to Ugandan culture, the woman is the one in charge of the care of the plantation, harvesting and sale of coffee. In most cases, profits from coffee sales are the only support for these coffee-growing families.
Coffee cultivation in Uganda employs a total of 1.5 million people, while indirectly about 3 million.
Incapto bet on Dark Roast coffee beans
How you will see in Incapto Coffee, in addition to promoting consumption to care for the planet, we also support these small coffee-growing families, the same ones who work hard every day to bring quality coffee into our homes.
That is why we decided to continue betting on this, including the Dark Roast range in the product catalogue, since they are quality grains, 100% natural and that will be a shot of energy for your mornings, thanks to their intense flavor only for brave consumers.
