SUMO -Bourbon & SL28, Washed, Burka Estate AA, Tanzania

☕ SUMO – Bourbon & SL28

Farm: Burka Estate
Region: Arusha, Tanzania
Variety: Bourbon & SL28
Process: Washed
Altitude: 1,350 masl
Harvest: 2025

🌸 Cupping Notes

Floral • Rosehip • Baked Apple • Grapefruit • Sweet, long caramelized apple finish • Juicy, balanced, complex

💬 Description

Burka Estate, one of Tanzania’s oldest and most established coffee farms, sits on the leeward side of Mount Meru near Arusha, with fertile land extending toward Mount Kilimanjaro. Founded in 1899, the estate nurtures over 1.3 million shade-grown Arabica trees, coexisting with protected forests and natural grasslands.

Coffee here is more than a crop — it’s a community endeavor. With over 200 permanent employees and seasonal harvest teams up to 5,000 people, the estate provides housing, healthcare, education, and fair wages, along with social security and union membership. On-site nurseries, primary schools, and medical facilities ensure staff and their families are well-supported, while community life thrives with sports, social events, and strong local connections.

The Bourbon & SL28 lot is carefully washed and sun-dried at Burka’s wet mills, allowing full control over fermentation and drying. The result is a sweet, juicy, and complex Tanzania AA, with floral notes, baked apple, grapefruit, and a lingering caramelized finish — reflecting the same care and community spirit that defines life at Burka Estate.