Burundi Mubuga Natural

One More Thing: Serious set-up. Serious coffee. With 12 fermentation tanks, three soaking tanks, over 300 drying tables and four selection tables, Muguba Washing Station processes coffee from more than 1,900 local farmers. The infrastructure is impressive. So is this Bourbon lot, bringing sultana sweetness and poached pear, it’s a delight on any method.

Method Espresso Filter Batch

Dose 20g 15g 60g/L or 72g/1.2L

Yield 50g 250g

Time 25sec 3min : 5sec

The Burundi Mubuga Natural, sourced by Single O, represents a distinct expression of the Bourbon varietal grown within the high-altitude landscapes of Burundi. Processed at the Mubuga Washing Station, this lot utilizes the natural processing method, a technique where the coffee cherry remains intact while drying. Generally, natural-processed coffees are known for their potential to develop heavier body and pronounced fruit-forward characteristics compared to their washed counterparts.

In this specific offering, the cup profile highlights a delicate balance of sultana sweetness and poached pear. When evaluating such nuanced profiles, it is often helpful to reference a flavor wheel to better identify the subtle shifts between dried fruit notes and orchard-like acidity. By focusing on the interplay between the traditional Bourbon cultivar and the natural drying process, this coffee provides a clear look at how regional terroir and post-harvest handling shape the final sensory experience in the cup.