Rwanda Mbilima Natural

mbilima natural

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$ 10.00

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Why we love this

Strawberries & cream rise first — juicy and vivid, softened by a silky creaminess that lingers long after the first sip. As the cup opens, papaya brings a tropical brightness grounded by subtle earthy tones. The finish is reminiscent of hazelnut spread: smooth, nutty, and sweet in a way that feels both playful and comforting.

Roast Level / Light Roast

bright/floral earth/cocoa

Notes

Strawberries & Cream,
Papaya,
Hazelnut Spread

Explore the Story

Origin

Long celebrated for pristine fully washed profiles, Rwanda has built its global reputation on clarity, structure, and floral elegance. Naturals, however, represent a newer and more deliberate exploration—one that layers fruit intensity and sweetness onto the country’s signature brightness.

Origin

Rwanda

Origin

Country Rwanda

Region Gakenke

Altitude 1800m - 2100m

Processing Natural

Varietal Red Bourbon

High in Northern Rwanda’s volcanic hills, Mbilima’s women-led community of smallholder farmers crafts vibrant Red Bourbon coffee—slow-dried as a natural to reveal luminous fruit, structured sweetness, and a story of resilience in every cup.

People

Mbilima Washing Station

Meet the farmer

Mbilima sits at 1,800–2,100 meters above sea level and works with roughly 2,000 smallholder farmers. For this natural lot, carefully selected Red Bourbon cherries are hand-sorted and dried slowly on raised African beds for 22–45 days. Cherries are turned frequently and covered during peak sun or rain to ensure even drying and prevent over-fermentation.