Rwanda Rwamatamu Hirwa PB

From the rolling hills of Kibuye in Rwanda’s Western Province comes this exceptional washed Red Bourbon that showcases what happens when family dedication meets innovative coffee production. Grown at elevations between 1800-2000 meters, this light-roasted coffee delivers bright notes of blood orange, creamy vanilla bean, and oolong tea complexity, all carried by a distinctive milk tea-like body with clean, vibrant acidity.

Behind this coffee is the inspiring story of Rwamatamu Coffee, where Laetitia and Gaston (Mama and Papa B) built a family enterprise focused on meaningful community impact. When their daughter Bernice and her husband Luke joined the operation, they brought fresh perspectives while honoring the foundation of ethical business practices and quality excellence. Their recent establishment of an on-site cupping lab and recognition at the 2023 African Fine Coffee Association conference demonstrates how traditional values and modern innovation create something truly special.

What sets this coffee apart goes beyond its bright, complex flavor profile. Rwamatamu’s “petit à petit” approach to growth means every decision prioritizes quality and community relationships. They offer premium prices to growing partners well above market rates, provide microloans for essential needs, and have established reward programs that recognize exceptional farmer innovations.

Each sip reflects not just the ideal growing conditions of Rwanda’s Western Province, but the care and expertise of producers who understand that exceptional coffee begins with strong community relationships.