Cryptid Chronicles Coffee Co.

In the heart of Burundi, our Burundi Dry Process Murambi coffee beckons you into a world of ever-changing flavors, a captivating journey worth savoring. As the brew cools, it unveils a mesmerizing backdrop of bittersweetness, adorned with enchanting top notes of dehydrated peach, rustic date, and tantalizing blueberry. With a roast range spanning from City to Full City+, this coffee promises a thrilling adventure for your taste buds.

This extraordinary coffee from Murambi presents a unique twist, boasting prominent fruit characteristics through its natural (“dry process”) method. At City and City+ roast levels, the ground coffee releases a beguiling aroma of dried fruits and berries, accompanied by the comforting scent of baked goods, complemented by a subtle hint of rustic brown rice syrup. The complexity deepens with each roast level, revealing smoky cacao notes that add an alluring layer of intrigue to the bittersweet symphony. Brewed to perfection, this coffee dances on a platform of unrefined sweetness and dark cocoa, its profile shifting as it cools, inviting you to savor every sip and experience the evolution.

Nestled near the Mubarazi river, the Murambi region is renowned for its impressive craftsmanship in coffee cultivation. These beans are sourced from the surrounding hillside villages (“collines”), with future separations on the horizon. Situated at approximately 2000 meters above sea level, these farms are exclusively planted with the Bourbon varietal. While typically producing fully washed coffee using the traditional Kenyan method, this batch takes on the esteemed “natural” dry process, preserving the cherry during drying for 2 to 4 weeks. This process enhances the cup’s fruited notes while dimming high acidity, creating a truly unique flavor profile.

Beyond its flavor, Murambi’s commitment to sustainability shines through their innovative goat program, which supports organic farming practices and boosts farmers’ incomes. And to cement its legendary status, Murambi proudly clinched the title of champion in the 2012 Burundi Cup of Excellence competition, solidifying its place in the coffee world’s hall of fame. Embark on an unforgettable coffee journey with Burundi Dry Process Murambi, where each sip unveils a new chapter of flavor and history.

Dive into the captivating world of Sumatra’s coffee legacy with Sumatra Onan Ganjang. This brew is a testament to the earthy and intense flavor profiles that have made Sumatran coffee famous. It presents a massive body and low acidity, creating a bold and memorable experience for your palate. The complexity of Onan Ganjang can be explored at various roast levels, revealing flavors that include hints of rice syrup, peat, tobacco, cedar, chocolate roast tones, and a touch of chicory. Whether you prefer City+ or Vienna roast, this coffee offers a journey of flavors that will leave a lasting impression. It’s not just a coffee; it’s an adventure.

Sourced from the Onan Ganjang region of Lintong Nihuta, this coffee tells a story of dedication and support. The collectors behind this coffee, a husband and wife team with farming and collecting backgrounds, go above and beyond in their commitment to the coffee community. They provide immediate cash payments to small farmers, ensuring their livelihoods remain resilient even in challenging market conditions. Moreover, they offer technical expertise and agronomical assistance, further enhancing the quality of the coffee they source. This lot, in particular, comes from small farmers in Tapian NauliIn, where elevations range from 1400 to 1500 meters above sea level. The unique wet-hulled (“giling basah”) processing method used in Sumatra adds to the distinctiveness of this coffee, making it a delightful choice for espresso and an exceptional addition to your coffee journey.

Savor the elegance of Guatemala Antigua La Folie, a masterpiece of top-shelf wet-processed Guatemalan coffee. Its true brilliance emerges in lighter roasts, where it unveils a harmonious symphony of flavors. Prepare to be enchanted by a perfect balance of sweetness, subtle notes reminiscent of Assam tea, the zesty allure of Meyer lemon, and a lively acidity that dances on your palate. This coffee leaves a lasting impression with its refined, lingering finish. Whether you choose a City or Full City roast, La Folie is a testament to the artistry of Guatemalan coffee craftsmanship.

This coffee invites you into a world of captivating aromas. The dry fragrance is a delightful blend of sweet, inviting scents, intertwined with mild roast tones and subtle hints of toasted sugar and freshly baked bread. As you break the crust, an intricate aroma unfolds, revealing notes of dulce de leche caramel, vanilla bean, and almond. Light roasts offer an invigorating experience with a refreshing zest, featuring the bright and citrusy notes of Meyer lemon, complemented by lively acidity. La Folie is more complex than your typical Central American coffee, striking a harmonious balance between lively tartness and a soothing sweetness that makes it a daily favorite. With every sip, you’ll savor a refined finish, graced by a hint of Assam black tea and a touch of spice. The substantial mouthfeel and clean, creamy finish complete this exceptional coffee experience, showcasing the pinnacle of wet-processed Guatemalan coffee craftsmanship in City/City+ roasts.

Step into the mysterious world of Rwanda Ngororero, where secrets of red honey and toasted sugar sweetness await your exploration. This enigmatic brew reveals hidden depths, with subtle hints of aromatic baking spices like elusive ginger and clove powder, accompanied by whispers of orange zest, graham cracker, black tea, and the essence of dried cranberry. A cryptic journey unfolds from City to Full City+, making it an ideal choice for those seeking an espresso experience shrouded in intrigue.

Unveil the secrets within as dark sugar and sweet spice rise from the ground coffee, hinting at clove, muscovado sugar, and a captivatingly caramelized sweetness. Upon infusion, a mysterious crust forms, exuding the aroma of freshly baked gingerbread and spiced molasses cookies, veiled in bittersweet cocoa. At City roast, the sweetness astounds with its depth, while subtle aromatic top notes tantalize, foreshadowing the spiced wonders found in the fragrance and aroma. Lighter roasts lead you on a captivating journey through flavors of red honey and toasted raw sugars, accentuated by dashes of ginger and clove powder. A delicate orange note adds intrigue to the cup, infusing it with lively acidity, while the brisk aftertaste refreshes like a sip of black tea—a hallmark of Rwandan coffees. Full City unveils a weighty body adorned in syrupy chocolate bittersweetness, with whispers of graham cracker and the cryptic presence of dried cranberry in the lingering aftertaste.

Ngororero, the enigmatic coffee processing site nestled in Ngororero town, within the District Ngororero, is where the alchemy unfolds. While primarily dedicated to fully washed, wet-processed coffee, this locale also delves into the arcane arts of honey and natural processing—a testament to their adventurous spirit. The journey begins as local farmers entrust their cherished cherry to this mystical site, where floatation and hand sorting meticulously unveil the hidden gems within. The whole cherry is then guided through the de-pulping equipment, embarks on a night of fermentation in water-filled tanks, and ultimately rests upon raised African coffee drying beds for an enchanting two weeks or more. The Bourbon cultivar thrives in this cryptic realm, spanning an altitude range from 1600 to 2000 meters above sea level. The resulting coffee embodies the quintessential Rwandan cup—remarkably sweet, with alluring spice in its aroma, and an abundance of acidity to keep you spellbound with each enigmatic sip.

Dive into the intriguing world of Tanzania Mbozi Ilomba AB, where secrets of flavor await the adventurous palate. In the realm of light roasts, it reveals a tantalizing tartness and citric vibrancy reminiscent of Kenyan coffee, shrouded in a sweetness bearing the unrefined essence of coconut palm sugar. Hints of grapefruit elevate the high tones, while tannic fruit tea notes emerge in the enigmatic aftertaste. This is a coffee that beckons from City to Full City, an invitation to explore the cryptic depths of its flavor spectrum.

Ilomba, a mysterious coffee cooperative nestled in Tanzania’s Mbozi District near Iluya town, has been a guardian of flavor since its inception in 1997. Achieving cooperative status in 2006 with the aid of an NGO, its members receive essential support, including agronomical guidance, while actively participating in the cooperative’s governance. Ilomba’s devotion to quality shines through their exclusive production of fully washed coffee, a choice that aligns with our appreciation for superior cup quality. Their meticulous process begins by separating coffee cherries based on grade, meticulously removing unripe coffee that floats to the top. A water-conserving eco-pulper delicately strips the outer cherry, followed by a 1-2 day fermentation period to break down the sticky fruit mucilage. The coffee then embarks on a journey through clean water channels before gracing raised drying tables for approximately two weeks. Nestled at 1700 meters, with coffee cultivation reaching heights of 1900 meters, Ilomba’s farms, typically less than 2 hectares in size, nurture the Bourbon, Kent, and Typica varietals that contribute to the enigmatic allure of this exceptional brew.