Gihere

This coffee is grown at 1,650–1,950 masl by smallholder producers in the Ngozi region of Burundi. Farmers typically cultivate around 250 coffee trees on less than one hectare of land.

Cherries are selectively handpicked by farmers and delivered to Gihere Washing Station, established in 1984, where the coffee is centrally processed. Through their relationship with the washing station, many smallholder farmers gain access to investment, education, and improved infrastructure, supporting both quality and long-term development.

This washed Burundian coffee from the Ngozi region arrives via Cartwheel Coffee, sourced from elevations between 1650–1950 meters above sea level. Washed coffees from Burundi's highlands typically develop balanced acidity and clarity; learn more about the washed process and how it shapes cup character. The Ngozi terroir contributes distinctive regional qualities—explore the broader context of Burundi's coffee-growing areas to understand the agricultural and environmental backdrop of this lot.

For a deeper dive into the flavor descriptors you'll encounter with Gihere, the flavor wheel offers a structured guide to identifying and naming the specific sensory experiences this coffee delivers.