Shyira, Washed

Red berry jam, blood orange & bergamot florals.

---

Sourcing from farmers growing at 2000-2400 MASL, Shyira yields some of Rwanda's highest-grown coffee. Uplifted by the support of Muraho Trading Co and Raw Material, Shyira has shown remarkable resilience amid adversity. Shyira is showcasing the region's capacity for delicious specialty coffee and distinctive flavours. In 2020, Shyira was hit by an environmental disaster, as landslides and persistent rainfall spread across the region, causing monumental damage to communities and their livelihoods. Raw Material's collaboration with Muraho Trading Co uplifts cooperatives, enhancing coffee quality and accessing lucrative markets. With 100% of Raw Material’s profits flowing back to the almost 1800 smallholder farmers, this partnership has revitalised the community, supporting their rebuilding efforts and fueling impactful social change.

--- Suggested Recipe ~~~ In: 21.5g Out: 46g Time: 27sec Temp: 94°C

Sourced from the high-elevation slopes of the Shyira region in Rwanda, this lot is produced by the Muraho Trading Co and roasted by Five Senses. The coffee undergoes a washed process, a technique that typically emphasizes the inherent clarity and acidity of the bean by removing the fruit flesh before drying. You can learn more about how different processing methods influence the final cup profile in our guide.

In the cup, this Rwandan selection presents a vibrant profile characterized by red berry jam, blood orange, and bergamot florals. These bright, citrus-forward notes are hallmarks of the region’s terroir and careful post-harvest handling. To better understand how these specific descriptors fit into the broader spectrum of coffee aromatics, we recommend consulting our flavor wheel. This coffee serves as a refined example of the precision achieved through the washed method, highlighting the distinct, clean character that Rwandan coffees are celebrated for globally.