Ilomba is a coffee cooperative located in the Mbozi District of Tanzania, near Iluya town. At this time, Ilomba only produces fully washed coffee where they see value in the cup quality. The station is at 1700 meters, and coffee is grown up to 1900 meters. Farms are typically less than 2 hectares in size, and farmers are growing Bourbon, Kent, and Typica.
Ilomba is a sweet Tanzanian coffee with high-toned flavors and complex sweetness. The sweetness in the aroma is potent with raw sugar matrix and fruits. The cup profile has an underlying sweetness, like malty brown ale, accented by some spice on the nose, and bright citrus notes. This light roast is fairly vibrant, with some grapefruit, and black tea on the finish.
