Rwandan Natural Red Bourbon – Strawberry & Cherry Notes | Bean Bros

Bright, juicy, and unexpectedly refined, this natural processed Rwandan coffee from Bean Bros redefines what you expect from East African profiles.

Sourced from the high-altitude hills of Nyamagabe, this Red Bourbon lot delivers an expressive cup layered with wild strawberry sweetness, ripe cherry intensity, and a smooth vanilla finish. The extended natural fermentation and slow drying on raised beds unlock a depth of flavor that evolves beautifully from hot to cold—revealing new nuances with every sip.

Whether brewed as filter or pulled as espresso, this coffee balances vibrant acidity with a clean, structured clarity rarely found in natural processes. It’s a modern take on Rwandan coffee—complex, playful, and deeply satisfying.

Grown near Nyungwe Forest in nutrient-rich volcanic soil, and carefully processed at the renowned Gitega Hills washing station, this is a coffee that reflects both innovation and origin in every cup.

Notes of: Strawberry, cherry, vanilla
Variety: Red Bourbon
Processs: Natural
Drying: Dried on raised beds for 25 days as full cherry
Altitude: 1,900 masl

Brewing Recommendation:

• Use 18gr of coffee to 288gr water on a Varia FLO dripper (185 size)
• Coarse grind size, water at 90-92 degrees celsius
• Bloom: 1:3 ratio (~56g water) for 35s
• 2nd pour: slow, circular up to 120g
• 3rd pour: gentle center pour up to 200g
• 4th pour: slow circular up to 288g
• Total brew time: ~2:30–2:40 minutes

Our Rwandan Natural Red Bourbon coffee is ideal for both filter and espresso brewing, offering a harmonious balance of sweetness, fruity brightness.