Rwanda | Abakundakawa

Origin: Rwanda

Elevation: 1795 MASL

Process: Washed

Varietal: Bourbon

Tasting notes: Brown sugar, Dried mango, Licorice 

Best for: Pour over + Flash brew

ABOUT THIS COFFEE

Abakundakawa cooperative farmers hand-pick ripe cherries on the volcanic
slopes of Rwanda's mountainous Gakenke district. The region's distinct
microclimate, high elevation, and rich volcanic soils help produce coffees with
balanced sweet, floral, and fruit-forward notes. Founded in 2004,
Abakundakawa has grown from 180 to nearly 2,000 members and now operates
two washing stations. The co-op is a central economic and organizing
institution, building local infrastructure, paying dividends, and supporting
projects like supplying fresh water to a local hospital. It also provides health
insurance and, through an NGO partnership, dairy cows to improve food
security. This lot was produced by members of Abakundakawa's women's
associations-Duhingekawa and Abanyameraka-whose tailoring center,
training programs, and income initiatives build economic and social resilience
across the community. This coffee was grown using organic practices by
certified organic producers at origin.