Rwanda Kanzu Lot 27
black currant, caramel, lemon zest
Origin: Nyamasheke, Rwanda
Altitude: 1800-2100 masl
Variety: Bourbon
Process: Washed
Kanzu Washing Station is located 1836m above sea level where the hillside remains an extremely suitable climate for growing coffee, allowing for many farm communities to produce, harvest and yield 4-6 shipping containers of coffee per year. These washing stations are cruicial to processing coffee cherries, as it allows for producers to effectively separate undesirable yields, including low-density cherries or cherries that are affected by leaf rust or insect damage.
After pulping, the coffees go through the sorting process which occurs simultaneously in the pre-drying area. This phase is called skin drying, where they pre-dry the skin of coffee so that it won't crack under full sun conditions. During skin drying they sort out any further visible defects.
To this day, Kanzu is working with more than 535 farmers who have acquired certification programs: this has allowed for local communities to obtain better equipment, fortify infrastructure, expand education to build better trade practices, and to provide for greater quality of life.
Imported by Red Fox Coffee Merchants
We roast on Tuesday and Thursday. Your order will be shipped or available for local pick up on Friday.
This coffee is whole bean and is packaged in 12oz, 2lb, and 5lb bags.