Light roast. Limited release.

Bright, balanced, and easy to return to, this washed Bourbon lot from Rwanda offers a polished cup with familiar sweetness and a crisp citrus finish. Notes of caramel and chocolate bring warmth and comfort, while lemon and lime add a clean, lively brightness that keeps the cup structured and refreshing.

Producer: Hinga Kawa Abakundakawa
Origin: Rwanda
Variety: Bourbon
Process: Washed
Tasting Notes: Caramel, Chocolate, Lemon / Lime
Roast Level: Light
Bag Category: Modern
Package Size: 10 oz

Producer & Origin
Hinga Kawa Abakundakawa is a women-led coffee group in Rwanda whose members have built both economic opportunity and community leadership through coffee production. Through the Café Femenino program, the women of Hinga Kawa have strengthened their ability to organize, increase income, and create more pathways for leadership within their communities.

This coffee is grown at elevations between 1,600 and 1,800 meters above sea level, where Rwanda’s high altitude and favorable climate contribute to sweetness, structure, and clarity in the cup.

In the Cup

This coffee offers a balanced and approachable profile centered around sweetness and citrus clarity. Caramel and chocolate create a soft, comforting foundation, while lemon and lime bring a bright, refreshing finish that keeps the cup clean and lively.

The result is a coffee that feels polished, versatile, and easy to enjoy across a range of brew methods.

About Hinga Kawa Abakundakawa
The women of Hinga Kawa Abakundakawa represent a powerful story of resilience and leadership in Rwanda. For many of these farmers, coffee has become a path toward stability, independence, and long-term community rebuilding. Their work through Café Femenino reflects not only the quality of the coffee, but also the strength and determination of the people behind it.

About Bourbon in Rwanda

Bourbon is one of the most important coffee varieties grown in Rwanda and is known for its sweetness, elegance, and potential for bright citrus and balanced structure. At higher elevations, Bourbon often produces cups with excellent clarity and refinement, making it especially well suited to coffees like this one.

Recommended Brew Guide (V60)

Dose: 20g medium grind
Water: 340g at 197°F
Ratio: 17:1
Pour: 40g → 150g → 150g
Total Brew Time: 3:30–4:00
(Grind coarser to speed up, finer to extend brew time.)