Uganda Robusta Green Coffee — Screen 12 to Screen 18
Bold, full-bodied, with deep earthy notes and a distinctive woody undertone. Grown in rich volcanic soils around the Lake Victoria basin — natural or washed, five screen grades with published retention profiles, shipped FOB Mombasa.
Key Details
Growing Regions
Central Uganda, Lake Victoria Basin, Western Uganda
Altitude
800 – 1,500 masl
Variety
Indigenous & Clonal Robusta
Process
Natural / Washed
Harvest
October – February
Available Grades — Retention Published Per Lot
We publish retention, not just nominal screen size — so you know 92% of a Screen 18 lot actually holds screen 18. That’s the number that matters at roastery intake.
| Grade | Retention Profile | Total Defects | Moisture |
|---|---|---|---|
| Screen 18 | 18 = 92% · 15 = 7% · 12 = 1% | 7% | Max 12.5% |
| Screen 17 | 17 = 90% · 18 = 7% · 15 = 3% | 7% | Max 12.5% |
| Screen 15 | 15 = 90% · 17 = 7% · 12 = 3% | 12% | Max 12.5% |
| Screen 14 | 14 = 85% · 15 = 10% · 12 = 5% | 10% | Max 12.5% |
| Screen 12 | 12 = 85% · 14 = 13% · <12 = 2% | 15% | Max 12.5% |
Which Grade Should You Spec?
Screen 18 & 17
Premium espresso blends and named-origin robusta offers. Exceptional uniformity.
Screen 15
Standard commercial blending — consistent distribution optimized for standard roasting profiles.
Screen 14 & 12
Soluble/instant manufacturing and everyday blends, priced to move volume.
From Our Ugandan Partners
Real lots, real photos
These are current-crop Uganda robusta beans from our exporting partners — the same lots we sample and ship. Every offer comes with lot photos and a 500g cupping sample on request.
Trade Terms
| Incoterm | FOB Mombasa (via Kampala corridor) |
| Packaging | 60kg jute bags / GrainPro liner |
| Container | 20ft FCL (~320 bags) |
| Payment | T/T or Letter of Credit |
| Samples | Cupping samples available on request |
| Certifications | Organic, Rainforest Alliance, Fairtrade (available) |
| Pricing | Indicative FOB on request; fixed against confirmed order |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the screen retention on your Screen 18 Uganda robusta?
92% on screen 18, 7% on screen 15, 1% on screen 12 — total defects 7%, moisture max 12.5%.
Natural or washed — which should I buy?
Naturals give the classic heavy, earthy Uganda profile most espresso blenders want; washed lots cup cleaner and suit buyers upgrading blend quality. We supply both to the same screen specs.
How is Uganda robusta shipped?
60kg jute bags with GrainPro liners, ~320 bags per 20ft container, FOB Mombasa via the Kampala corridor.
Request FOB Mombasa rates for Screen 18, 15, or 12.
Send screen size, quantity, and destination — quote within one business day.