Kilimbi Honey Red Bourbon

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Kilimbi Honey Red Bourbon

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Flavour Notes

Champak, Red Apple, Rooibos Tea

Omni Roast

Rwanda

from ₹550.00

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This is the first time we are bringing you a lot from Rwanda, and we are thrilled that it is honey sun-dried – the popular post-harvest method that has only recently been implemented in Rwanda and is attracting amazing feedback from roasters around the world. Furthermore, the varietal in this lot is Red Bourbon, grown at staggering altitudes of 1650 – 1850 MASL, which sets up a recipe for definite deliciousness. This coffee comes from Joseph Ntarindwa, who runs the award-winning Kilimbi Washing Station – the first producers and exporters of honey-processed coffees in the history of Rwanda.

This Rwandan honey sun-dried coffee is noted for its subtle tea-like and sweet herbal notes. Our omni roast sets up potential for great results in both espresso and manual brew, with the former requiring some experimentation from the brewer’s end to achieve the ideal levels of acidity and sweetness. Upon grinding your beans or first unzipping your bag of ground coffee, immerse yourself in the subtle and citric aroma of Magnolia Champaca (Champak). In your cup, look out for notes of Rooibos tea and sweet red apple, accompanied by a medium tactile and a milk chocolate hint in the aftertaste. Our journey with Rwanda has just begun! We would love to have you join us on what promises to be a long expedition.

The honey sun-dried process involves several meticulous steps to ensure high quality. Initially, ripe cherries are handpicked, and they are quickly transported to the washing station to maintain freshness. The cherries are then partially pulped, leaving a portion of the mucilage on the beans. Next, the beans are laid out to dry in the sun on raised beds, where they are regularly turned to ensure even drying. This drying process enhances the beans’ sweetness and complexity by allowing the remaining mucilage to impart its flavors. Finally, the beans are hulled and sorted, ensuring that only the finest beans are exported.

Producer

Joseph Ntarindwa

Region

Nymasheke

Altitude

1650 – 1850 MASL

Type

100% Arabica

Process

Honey Sun Dried

Varieties

Red Bourbon

Replacement policy

Wholesale Available

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About the farm

The Kilimbi Washing Station, situated in Nyamasheke in the Western Province of Rwanda, operates at elevations ranging from 1650 to 1850 meters above sea level. Established in 2016, Kilimbi was among the first washing stations in Rwanda to legally produce and export Natural and Honey processed coffee. Over the years, it has garnered numerous accolades, transforming into an award-winning facility. In 2020, Kilimbi distinguished itself as the sole producer of Honey processed coffee in the region. The station collaborates with approximately 750 smallholder farmers, all working under the expert guidance of Managing Director Joseph Ntarindwa. Annually, Kilimbi handles the production of approximately 300 to 350 tons of coffee cherries.