Nyamasheke Kilimbi Washed

Nyamasheke Kilimbi Washed

A benchmark of Rwandan specialty coffee from the Kilimbi station, featuring distinct Earl Grey tea notes and white florals with supreme clarity.

CitrusFloralTea-Like
VarietyBourbon
ProcessingWashed
RoastLight
Elevation1850 m
SCA Score88
EstateNyamasheke
OriginRwanda

Flavor Description

This Bourbon from Kilimbi defines Rwandan "clarity." It opens with bright lime and grapefruit acidity, transitions into elegant jasmine florals, and finishes with Earl Grey-like bergamot notes and a refined tea-like texture.

Region Highlight

The Nyamasheke district near Lake Kivu features rich volcanic soil and high-altitude cooling, allowing cherries to mature slowly for complex, rounded acidity.

Brewing Notes

  • Pour-over: Slightly finer grind, water temperature 91-92°C, ratio 1:16
  • Tip: Excellent for slow sipping; as it cools, the citrus sweetness evolves into a charming tangerine gummy candy note.

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