Kongo Papua New Guinea

About the coffee

Papua New Guinea is one of the least developed countries on the planet, home to tribes who have had limited contact with the ‘outside’ world, if at all. This has given it a reputation for somewhat wild frontier land. Politically, the country seems to perpetually border on melt down between rival groups. Formerly an Australian colony, Papua New Guinea’s economy continues to be heavily influenced by its large antipodean neighbour.

 About the growers

Based in Simbu, Papua New Guinea's third largest coffee producing province. Kong Coffee is Simbu's premier coffee company and have access to most of our farmer's annual coffee production. 

  ‘Y’ grade : The bulk of coffee exports (abt. 65%) from Papua New Guinea are classified under this export grade, which is produced by village small-holders from the wilderness of the Western & Eastern Highlands heading south into the lower altitudes of Lae and Popondetta. The coffee has traditionally had a full bodied fruity character, making it an excellent base for blending.

Region: Eastern Highlands

Growing Altitude: 1600 m above sea level (1 mile)
Arabica Variety: Typica, Bourbon, Arusha
Harvest Period: June to August
Milling Process: Washed, sun dried
Aroma: Caramel and burnt sugar
Flavour: Berry Notes, Nut and Malt
Body: Round
Acidity: Winey, Juicy

Score: 82

Tasting notes

• Rich but smooth in flavour with sweet, floral red currants
• Leaving you wanting more!

Grind type

Select the grind type to fit your way of making coffee. To learn more about the different processes visit our Brew Guides.