Uganda Robusta Coffee

Origin: Uganda – Central Lowlands. Region: 

Districts of the Central Lowlands (e.g., Mukono, Buikwe, Luwero). 

Altitude: 900–1,200 m (low to medium). 

Varieties: Robusta (improved local and traditional varieties).

Processing: Natural (unwashed), sun-dried, artisanal or semi-mechanized post-harvest processing. 

Producers: Small-scale producers organized into cooperatives or family farm networks. 

Robusta Aroma Profile of Uganda Central Lowlands (natural): Raw cocoa, dark chocolate Dry wood, mild tobacco Dried fruit (date, fig) Dark spices (clove, nutmeg) Earthy notes, licorice root. 

Cup Profile: Acidity: Very low, almost absent

 Body: Full, heavy, sometimes syrupy 

Sweetness: Subtle, like brown sugar or molasses 

Finish: Persistent, chocolatey, slightly earthy Grown at low altitudes in a humid equatorial climate with two harvest seasons per year. This is a naturally full-bodied Robusta, very rich in caffeine, often used to structure espresso blends. Its cup is intense, very low in acidity, with bold and rustic aromas. Dark roasted, it expresses its full chocolate-tobacco-dried wood potential. At a medium roast, the dried fruit and spices are more prominent. 

Quick sensory summary: 

Fruity: Very subtle: date, dried fig 

Toasty: Dry wood, raw cocoa, mild tobacco Sweet: Molasses, brown sugar 

Spicy: Nutmeg, clove 

Earthy: Light: root, clean humus 

Ideal for: Strong espresso, rich in crema Moka pot / Italian coffee maker Robust base for espresso blends Slow extraction for café au lait (full-bodied latte)

Delivery in Dubai and other UAE Emirates

Delivery Cost: AED 20 for orders up to AED 200
Free delivery for orders over AED 200

Delivery Times

Dubai
• Orders placed before 2:00 PM are delivered the same day
• Orders placed after 2:00 PM are delivered the next day

Other Emirates of the UAE
• Orders placed before 1:00 PM are delivered the next day
• Orders placed on Friday after 1:00 PM or Saturday before 1:00 PM are delivered on Monday
• Orders placed on Saturday after 1:00 PM and Sunday are delivered on Tuesday

Changing the Delivery Address

We can change the delivery address before the order is shipped.

Damaged Parcels

• If the item is damaged upon delivery, refuse the delivery and contact us.
• If the order has already been Accepted, please contact support for further instructions.

Payment

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We strive to provide high quality service, but if you need to return an item, please read our returns policy.

Return of goods due to changed mind / did not fit

We accept returns if the request is submitted within 3 days of receiving the order.

• The goods must be in the original packaging, unused and in a saleable condition.
• Returns are at the customer's expense - the buyer will arrange for delivery.
• After receiving and checking the goods, the amount will be refunded in a convenient form for the buyer.
• Shipping costs are non-refundable.

Return of goods under warranty (defect or damage)

If the goods are defective or damaged, we will accept a return within 90 days of receiving the order.

• The customer pays for the delivery of the returned goods, but we will compensate this amount if the warranty case is confirmed. It is important to properly store the goods.
• It takes up to 7 business days after receiving the goods to process the return.
• You can choose:
  - Refund to the payment method.
  - Exchange for a similar product (subject to availability in stock).

Important information about returns

• Returns are possible within 3 calendar days from the date of receipt of the goods.
• Returns are only possible for products purchased directly from Cantata, through the online store or a retail store.
• The product must be packed in its original packaging with a full set of accessories and documents.

How to arrange a return

1. Contact us by phone at +971 52 922 7955 (Monday - Saturday, 9:00 - 18:00 GTZ).
2. Send the product back. Shipping is at the customer's expense.
3. Once the goods are received and checked, we will process the return within 7 working days and provide a refund or credit balance.