Ruronzi – Natural Sundried

On land shaped by both profound loss and the deep dedication of the Rwandan coffee professionals who steward it, the Ruronzi coffee farm represents a new chapter in the country’s coffee story. Owned and managed by our exporting partner, Ikawa House, this natural sundried lot comes from their second-ever harvest and is one of the best naturals we’ve tasted from Rwanda. During harvesting, thorough attention paid to cherry ripeness and slow drying results in a clean cup and complex range of fruits–most notably, sweet concord grape and juicy strawberry. 

Pronunciation: roo-RON-zee

The Ruronzi – Natural Sundried, sourced from Rwanda by producer Ikawa House and offered by Counter Culture Coffee, represents a distinct expression of East African coffee production. As a natural-processed lot, the coffee cherries are dried in their entirety, a technique that often imparts a heavier body and pronounced fruit-forward characteristics to the final cup. While natural-processed coffees tend to show heavier fruit profiles, this specific selection highlights notes of sweet concord grape and juicy strawberry.

Understanding the impact of post-harvest techniques is essential for any enthusiast exploring the knowledge/process behind their morning brew. By examining how these cherries interact with the drying environment, one can better appreciate the complexity found in the cup. To further refine your ability to identify these specific fruit qualities, we recommend referencing the flavor wheel to help categorize and articulate the nuanced sensory experience provided by this Rwandan offering.