Tumba Washed

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Washed Jackson Bourbon

Tumba Washing Station, Rwanda

Tumba sits at the head of a valley, surrounded by tea fields and patchwork crops, including coffee, climbing the mountainsides. Staying at a nearby tea plantation last year, I saw firsthand how the rolling fog enhances quality. 

Venuste Mugraniza employs a strategy of rewarding quality and investing in people to continually motivate and enable sustainability in the growers he works with. As a former school teacher, his roots run deep in the community of Tumba, and the dedication he has towards his neighbors and friends is evident in this cup quality. 

Tumba’s “double washed” process highlights some of the brightest and juiciest flavors we’ve tasted from a Rwandan coffee. Red licorice and dried cherry are complemented with elegant black tea and subtle cocoa notes.

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Tasting Notes: Red licorice, dried cherry, elegant black tea, and subtle cocoa.

Brewing Tips: HERE

Sourced from the Tumba region of Rwanda, this Tumba Washed lot is produced by Venuste Mugraniza. The coffee features the classic Bourbon varietal, which is widely celebrated for its balanced sweetness and complex acidity. As a washed coffee, this selection highlights the inherent characteristics of the bean, often resulting in a clean, crisp cup profile that allows delicate nuances to shine. When evaluating such coffees, tasters often look for the refined clarity typical of high-quality East African origins, noting flavors like red licorice, dried cherry, elegant black tea, and subtle cocoa. To better understand how these specific descriptors align with broader sensory categories, you can consult the flavor wheel. This particular offering is brought to market by Corvus Coffee Roasters, reflecting their commitment to showcasing the distinct terroir of Rwandan producers through precise roasting techniques that preserve the integrity of the harvest.