{"product_id":"african-kahawa-blend","title":"African Kahawa Blend","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"Kahawa\" means coffee in Swahili — and the African Kahawa Blend is our tribute to the continent that gave the world coffee. A medium-dark roast that takes you across Africa's most expressive coffee landscapes in a single cup: toffee sweetness, dark chocolate richness, dried fruit depth, and a soft floral finish. Bold, layered, and memorable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Blend\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe African Kahawa Blend is a carefully curated combination of East and West African coffees, blended to showcase the full range of what the continent produces. Each component is selected for how it contributes to the whole — the Ethiopian component brings the floral and fruit complexity, the Kenyan component brings the bold acidity and dark fruit depth, and the additional African origins bring the toffee sweetness and chocolate richness that ground the blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePost-roast blending — roasting each component separately to its ideal level before combining — ensures that every origin expresses its best character in the final cup. The result is a blend that's greater than the sum of its parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe African Kahawa Blend delivers:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToffee sweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e — warm, caramelized, and prominent throughout the cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDark chocolate richness\u003c\/strong\u003e — deep and satisfying, the backbone of the blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDried fruit depth\u003c\/strong\u003e — raisin and dark cherry notes that add complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft floral finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — a delicate elegance that lifts the cup and prevents it from feeling heavy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull body\u003c\/strong\u003e — substantial and filling, with real weight in the cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVibrant, lingering finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — the flavors stay with you long after the last sip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew African Kahawa Blend\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePour Over (Recommended)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Highlights the complexity and layered character with exceptional clarity. Use a 1:15 ratio, water at 200°F, medium-fine grind. Bloom 45 seconds. Total brew time: 3–3.5 minutes. The floral finish is particularly clear in pour over.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrench Press\u003c\/strong\u003e — The full body comes through beautifully without a paper filter. Use a coarse grind, 1:15 ratio, steep 4 minutes, press slowly. Rich, bold, and deeply satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEspresso\u003c\/strong\u003e — The African Kahawa Blend makes an exceptional espresso. The toffee sweetness and dark chocolate produce a rich, complex shot with real depth. Works beautifully straight or as the base for milk drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrip\u003c\/strong\u003e — Reliable and consistent. The toffee and chocolate notes come through clearly in any drip machine. Use a medium grind and a 1:15 ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold Brew\u003c\/strong\u003e — The bold character and dried fruit notes deepen beautifully during the long steep. Use a 1:8 ratio, steep 18–24 hours. Bold, complex, and satisfying over ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAfrican coffee lovers\u003c\/strong\u003e who want the full range of what the continent produces in a single cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEspresso enthusiasts\u003c\/strong\u003e who want a complex, distinctive shot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePour over enthusiasts\u003c\/strong\u003e who want a blend with real depth and layered character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeople who love Ethiopian and Kenyan coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e and want a blend that captures both\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGifting\u003c\/strong\u003e — distinctive, memorable, and genuinely impressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRoast Level\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMedium-dark. Dark enough to develop the toffee and chocolate notes that define the blend, light enough to preserve the floral finish and dried fruit complexity that make it distinctive. The roast level is calibrated specifically for the African origins in the blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRoasted to Order\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery bag is roasted the day your order is placed and ships within 48 hours. Roasted fresh in Temecula, California — in most cases the same day it ships. The African Kahawa Blend's complex character is most pronounced in the first 2–4 weeks after roasting — which is exactly when you'll receive it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYield:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~17–24 cups per 12oz bag. Larger sizes scale proportionally.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does \"Kahawa\" mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKahawa means \"coffee\" in Swahili — the language spoken across much of East Africa, including Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and Ethiopia. It's a fitting name for a blend that celebrates the continent that gave the world coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs African Kahawa Blend good for espresso?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — it's one of our best espresso blends. The toffee sweetness and dark chocolate produce a rich, complex shot with real depth. Works beautifully straight or as the base for lattes and cappuccinos.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it compare to our single-origin African coffees?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe single origins — Ethiopia Natural, Kenya, Uganda — each showcase one specific origin's character. The African Kahawa Blend combines multiple African origins to produce a cup that's more complex and layered than any single origin alone. It's a different experience — not better or worse, just different.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/blends\"\u003eExplore our full blend lineup\u003c\/a\u003e — or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/single-origin\"\u003ebrowse our single origins\u003c\/a\u003e to find your next favorite.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Milestone Brewed Coffee","offers":[{"title":"Espresso \/ 12oz","offer_id":44080882057252,"sku":"CVARAFRICAN KAHAWA BLEND-ES-NA-12OZ","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Espresso \/ 1 LB","offer_id":44080882090020,"sku":"CVARAFRICAN KAHAWA BLEND-ES-NA-1LB","price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Espresso \/ 2 LB","offer_id":44080882122788,"sku":"CVARAFRICAN KAHAWA BLEND-ES-NA-2LB","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Espresso \/ 5 LB","offer_id":44080882155556,"sku":"CVARAFRICAN KAHAWA BLEND-ES-NA-5LB","price":121.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard \/ 12oz","offer_id":44080882188324,"sku":"CVARAFRICAN KAHAWA BLEND-ST-NA-12OZ","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard \/ 1 LB","offer_id":44080882221092,"sku":"CVARAFRICAN KAHAWA BLEND-ST-NA-1LB","price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard \/ 2 LB","offer_id":44080882253860,"sku":"CVARAFRICAN KAHAWA BLEND-ST-NA-2LB","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard \/ 5 LB","offer_id":44080882286628,"sku":"CVARAFRICAN KAHAWA BLEND-ST-NA-5LB","price":121.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Whole Bean \/ 12oz","offer_id":44080882319396,"sku":"CVARAFRICAN KAHAWA BLEND-WH-NA-12OZ","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Whole Bean \/ 1 LB","offer_id":44080882352164,"sku":"CVARAFRICAN KAHAWA BLEND-WH-NA-1LB","price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Whole Bean \/ 2 LB","offer_id":44080882384932,"sku":"CVARAFRICAN KAHAWA BLEND-WH-NA-2LB","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Whole Bean \/ 5 LB","offer_id":44080882417700,"sku":"CVARAFRICAN KAHAWA BLEND-WH-NA-5LB","price":121.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/4946\/0772\/files\/african-kahawa-blend-medium-dark-roast.png?v=1779140185","url":"https:\/\/milestonebrewedcoffee.com\/products\/african-kahawa-blend","provider":"Milestone Brewed Coffee","version":"1.0","type":"link"}