Rwanda: Rulindo Tumba

We are excited to bring you our first coffee out of Rwanda. A local teacher in the Tumba area for which the mill is named, took over all aspects of the private processing mill from two owners that had very different ideas about quality. Venustre Mugraneza, the teacher, is esteemed in the local community and has been systematically improving the mill. The best coffee cherries (those that make up this lot) are dried in a special area of raised beds and receive focused handpicking by the farmers. Tumba is situated at 1825 meters in the Rulindo district. This is another beautiful Farm Gate coffee that is good for espresso.

Cupping Notes: Dr. Pepper, black currant, raisin, tamarind, black tea with lemon

Brew Recommendations: Drip, French Press, pour-over, espresso.

Farm Gate Coffee: Farmers paid at least 50% above Fair Trade

Varietal: Bourbon

Region: Tumba Town, Rulindo District, Northern Province

Altitude: 1825 meters

Process: Wet processed (washed) and patio sun-dried on raised beds

Equity Pricing (EP) Levels

Sustaining Level: $16 per 12 oz bag (check out subscriptions for deep discounts) | More info below

Uplifting Level: $20 per 12 oz bag (check out subscriptions for deep discounts) | More info below

Benefacting Level: $24 per 12 oz bag (check out subscriptions for deep discounts) | More info below

Sourced from the Tumba Town region of Rwanda’s Northern Province, this lot is produced by Venustre Mugraneza. The coffee is composed of the Bourbon varietal, a plant historically prized for its balanced sweetness and complex acidity. Following harvest, the cherries undergo a washed processing method, a technique often utilized to highlight the inherent clarity and brightness of the bean.

Roasted by Keia & Martyn's Coffee, this specific selection presents a distinct profile featuring notes of Dr. Pepper, black currant, raisin, tamarind, and black tea with lemon. While individual experiences may vary, those looking to better understand these descriptors can consult the flavor wheel to explore how such nuanced characteristics are categorized. This offering serves as a compelling example of the high-quality output emerging from the Rulindo District, showcasing the refined potential of Rwandan coffee when cultivated with precision and processed with care.