Calendar Coffee – Rwamatamu | Rwanda | Espresso (250g Wholebean)

• Origin: Karongi, Western Province, Rwanda
  
• Producer: Rwamatamu Washing Station
  
• Variety: Bourbon
  
• Process: Washed
  
• Altitude: 1,600–2,000 MASL
  
• Harvest: June 2024
  
• Flavour Notes: Apricot, Raisin

Calendar Coffee present an exciting new addition to their line-up with this exceptional lot from the Rwamatamu washing station in Rwanda’s Western Province. Founded in 2015 by Rutaganda Gaston and Mukantwaza Laetitia, Rwamatamu Coffee is a family-owned plantation and washing station dedicated to producing outstanding coffee while uplifting the local community.

The Rwamatamu story is one of passion, partnership, and family. As the farm has grown, so too has its impact, providing opportunities and support throughout the valley. Gaston’s commitment to building strong relationships and mutual respect has become the foundation of the business, a legacy now carried forward by his daughter, Marie Bernice, and her husband Luke. With Bernice’s expertise in project management and her dedication to education and marketing, the future of Rwamatamu is in excellent hands.

This is the first year Calendar Coffee have sourced from Rwamatamu, marking the beginning of a direct relationship that will enable closer collaboration and transparent pricing in the future. Not only is Rwamatamu the producer, but also the exporter, paving the way for more equitable and sustainable partnerships.

Roasted for espresso, this coffee delivers a full and balanced cup, with notes of sweet apricot and raisin shining through. It’s a testament to the care and commitment of the Rwamatamu family and the vibrant coffee community of Rwanda.