Rwanda Kanzu Natural Lot 1026

Rwanda Kanzu Natural Lot 1026

Ethica Coffee Roasters

About This Coffee

This coffee originates from the Kanzu washing station in the Nyamasheke region of Rwanda, located in the Karambi community at 1,800-1,900 meters above sea level. West of Lake Kivu, the station is nestled among lush green hills near the biodiverse Nyungwe forest. The coffee is Red Bourbon variety, processed using the natural method. Lot 1026 features flavor notes of red plum, strawberry jam, and rooibos tea. The station works with over 535 registered farmers who follow Rainforest Alliance certification standards.

Origin

Nyamasheke (Rwanda)

Flavor Notes

Red Plum, Strawberry Jam, Rooibos Tea

Roast Level

Medium Light

Processing

Natural

Typology

Arabica
Red Bourbon
EC

Ethica Coffee Roasters

Greg, who was born in Moscow and grew up in Israel, founded Ethica Coffee Roasters in 2019 in Toronto's Junction neighborhood, naming it after the philosopher Spinoza's exploration of inner freedom through aligning actions with reason. The roastery works with small Dutch Giesen roasters in a European roasting style, having moved production to a dedicated facility on Symes Road in April 2023 where a second Giesen was installed. Around five single origin varieties are available at any time, sourced from regions like Ethiopia, El Salvador, Colombia, Kenya, Yemen, and Panama through partners like green bean importer Orange Brown. The roasting philosophy aims to showcase terroir as much as possible, letting customers explore the flavor profile of each origin without interference. Ethica gained particular attention in the specialty community for their exceptional Yemeni Haraaz Red coffee. The international team also runs the Ethica Coffee School, offering courses in specialty coffee, barista skills, and alternative brewing, with roasting courses in development.

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