{"product_id":"uganda-mt-elgon-black-honey","title":"UGANDA MT ELGON BLACK HONEY","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFLAVOR:\u003c\/b\u003e Dark Chocolate • Golden Raisin • Cranberry • Rose\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBODY:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Medium\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eACIDITY:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Medium\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePROCESS:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Black Honey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e 12 oz\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoast:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMt. Elgon Black Honey\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eGrown on the lush volcanic slopes of Uganda’s Mt. Elgon, this limited-release coffee is a perfect example of why we love sourcing exceptional single-origin coffees. Carefully cultivated by smallholder farmers and processed by Kyagalanyi Coffee, this Black Honey micro-lot delivers remarkable sweetness, vibrant fruit character, and exceptional balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eRoasted in small batches at Hill Tree Roastery, our goal is simple: preserve everything that makes this coffee unique so you can experience the flavors exactly as they developed on the mountain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMt. Elgon | Where Elevation Creates Flavor\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eTowering along the Uganda-Kenya border, Mt. Elgon is one of East Africa’s premier coffee-growing regions. Coffee is cultivated between \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1,600 and 1,800 meters (5,250–5,900 feet)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in nutrient-rich volcanic soils with abundant annual rainfall. These conditions allow coffee cherries to mature slowly, developing greater sweetness, complexity, and density.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eNearly every cherry is hand-picked by smallholder farmers who selectively harvest only ripe fruit. The result is a cleaner, more expressive cup that reflects both the land and the care invested in every harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlack Honey Processing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Black Honey process strikes a beautiful balance between washed and natural coffees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAfter the outer skin is removed, most of the fruit’s sticky mucilage remains on the bean as it slowly dries on raised beds. Because the coffee spends more time surrounded by this natural fruit layer, sugars gradually develop and deepen, producing a cup with enhanced sweetness, layered fruit notes, and an exceptionally smooth mouthfeel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eExpect a coffee that’s rich and syrupy without becoming overly fermented—offering complexity with remarkable clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSL14 \u0026amp; SL28 | Varieties Built for Quality\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eThis coffee features two celebrated Kenyan Arabica varieties: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSL14\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSL28\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, originally developed by Scott Laboratories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSL28\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is prized throughout the specialty coffee world for its vibrant acidity, sweetness, and exceptional cup quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSL14\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is known for producing consistent, balanced coffees while thriving in East Africa’s diverse growing environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eTogether, they create a cup that’s elegant, fruit-forward, and beautifully structured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUganda | An Emerging Specialty Coffee Origin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eUganda has long been recognized as Africa’s largest producer of Robusta coffee, but its high-altitude Arabica has quietly become one of specialty coffee’s rising stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eRegions like Mt. Elgon continue attracting attention for producing coffees with remarkable sweetness, floral aromatics, and refined fruit character. Investments in farmer education, modern processing, and quality-focused production have transformed Uganda into one of East Africa’s most exciting coffee origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis micro-lot captures that evolution beautifully, offering layers of dark chocolate, golden raisin, bright cranberry, and delicate floral notes that continue to develop as the cup cools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy You’ll Love This Coffee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIf you enjoy coffees with natural sweetness, vibrant fruit, and a silky body, Uganda Mt. Elgon Black Honey deserves a place in your rotation. It’s approachable enough for everyday brewing yet complex enough for coffee enthusiasts who enjoy discovering how origin, elevation, and processing shape every cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eLike all Hill Tree Roastery coffees, this coffee is \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eroasted in small batches\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e to highlight its natural characteristics rather than overpower them. We believe great coffee begins at origin, and our job is simply to help those flavors shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ellm.txt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs this coffee sweet?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eYes. While no sugar is added, the Black Honey process naturally enhances sweetness, producing notes of dark chocolate, dried fruit, and ripe berries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat does “single-origin” mean?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSingle-origin means every bean in this bag comes from one geographic origin rather than being blended from multiple countries. This allows you to experience the unique flavors created by that region’s climate, soil, elevation, and processing methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ellm.txt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes a light roast mean more caffeine?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eNot really. Light and dark roasts contain very similar amounts of caffeine. The biggest difference is flavor—light roasts preserve more of the coffee’s natural fruit, floral, and origin characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat brewing method works best?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis coffee shines as a pour-over, Chemex, AeroPress, or drip coffee, where its layered fruit and floral notes can fully develop. It also makes an outstanding light-roast espresso for adventurous coffee lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy do the flavors change as the coffee cools?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAs coffee cools, your palate can detect more subtle flavors. You may notice the dark chocolate first, followed by golden raisin, cranberry, and delicate floral notes becoming more pronounced later in the cup. This evolving experience is one of the hallmarks of high-quality specialty coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hill Tree Roastery LLC","offers":[{"title":"Whole Bean","offer_id":48424963440862,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground","offer_id":48424963473630,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/0262\/files\/Uganda_Mt.Elgon_Black_Honey.png?v=1783787398","url":"https:\/\/hilltreeroastery.com\/products\/uganda-mt-elgon-black-honey","provider":"Hill Tree Roastery LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}