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2026 Ninga; Bumba Hill, May 5th Harvest - Burundi

Roasted by Sey Coffee

This selection from Bumba Hill, processed at the Ninga washing station, features notes of poached pear, baking spice, and Earl Grey tea.

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2026 Ninga; Bumba Hill, May 5th Harvest - Burundi — Sey Coffee
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poached pearbaking spiceEarl Grey tea

From the roaster

This is our second selection from Bumba Hill, processed at the Ninga washing station. This hill had an exceptional year, producing many of our top lots from Burundi this season. In the cup we find poached pear, baking spice, and Earl Grey tea.

— Sey Coffee

Context

The 2026 Ninga, sourced from Bumba Hill in Burundi, represents a refined expression of the region's potential. Roasted by Sey Coffee, this lot is processed using the washed method, a technique often employed to highlight the inherent clarity and acidity of high-quality beans. Coffees from Burundi · Bumba Hill are frequently noted for their nuanced profiles, and this specific harvest offers a sophisticated interplay of poached pear, baking spice, and Earl Grey tea.

When evaluating such distinct flavor profiles, it is helpful to reference a flavor wheel to better categorize the delicate balance between fruit-forward sweetness and aromatic spice notes. While washed coffees are generally celebrated for their clean, vibrant character, the specific terroir of Bumba Hill provides a unique foundation for these flavors to develop. This entry serves as a snapshot of the 2026 harvest, capturing the precise characteristics of the May 5th picking.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is 2026 Ninga; Bumba Hill, May 5th Harvest - Burundi grown?

2026 Ninga; Bumba Hill, May 5th Harvest - Burundi, roasted by Sey Coffee, is sourced from Kayanza, Burundi.

What does 2026 Ninga; Bumba Hill, May 5th Harvest - Burundi taste like?

Expect tasting notes of poached pear, baking spice, and Earl Grey tea.

How is 2026 Ninga; Bumba Hill, May 5th Harvest - Burundi processed?

2026 Ninga; Bumba Hill, May 5th Harvest - Burundi uses the Washed process.

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