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 Rwanda Nyampinga 

        dark chocolate (18%)     apricot (18%)     black cherry (18%)     cherry (9%)     honey (9%)     blackberry jam (9%)     panela (9%)     blackberry (9%)        

Rwanda Nyampinga
================

By [Equator Coffees](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/100-equator-coffees)

 Tasted by [ ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) 

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 3

total cuppings

Origin

  Country  [Rwanda](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/rwanda)  

 Region Nyaruguru 

 Source Nyampinga 

Processing

  Varieties [Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/9-bourbon) 

 Process Washed 

 Certifications Fair Trade 

 Roast Level Light Roast 

Timeline

1. &amp;ZeroWidthSpace;

     First noted by [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb)

     May 15, 2026
2. &amp;ZeroWidthSpace;

     3 total cuppings
3. &amp;ZeroWidthSpace;

     Most recent cupping by [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb)

     May 16, 2026

Flavors people are tasting

 [ dark chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34)  

  18%  

 [ apricot ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/4)  

  18%  

 [ black cherry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/176)  

  18%  

 [ cherry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5)  

  9%  

 [ honey ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/22)  

  9%  

 [ blackberry jam ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/216)  

  9%  

 [ panela ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/217)  

  9%  

 [ blackberry ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/9)  

  9%  

Recent Cuppings

###  [ Cupped by @rbrigleb ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/232-rwanda-nyampinga-by-rbrigleb-2) 

    Cupped On  May 16, 2026    Since Roast  3 days    Roaster  [ Equator Coffees ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/100-equator-coffees)    Brew Method  [ Hario V60 ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=15)     

 ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) 

 [ dark chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "Dark chocolate is a rich, indulgent flavor that is often associated with deep, earthy notes in specialty coffee. The dark, almost black color of the hex code reflects the intensity and complexity of this flavor profile.") [ apricot](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/4 "Apricot is a bright, sweet, and fruity flavor that can be a delightful addition to specialty coffee. It often evokes the warm, sun-kissed hues of the apricot fruit and can add a subtle, yet distinctive, layer of complexity to the coffee's aroma and taste.") [ black cherry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/176 "This deep burgundy-red hex code (#8B1538) represents black cherry because it captures the dark, rich pigmentation of ripe black cherries while maintaining the slight purple undertone that reflects the fruit's complexity and the wine-like qualities often associated with this flavor in coffee tasting.") 

###  [ Cupped by @rbrigleb ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/231-rwanda-nyampinga-by-rbrigleb-1) 

    Cupped On  May 16, 2026    Since Roast  3 days    Roaster  [ Equator Coffees ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/100-equator-coffees)    Brew Method  [ Chemex ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=14)     

 ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) 

 [ cherry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/5 "The cherry flavor in coffee often evokes a deep, rich red color, reminiscent of the juicy, ripe cherries that provide the inspiration. This flavor can add a sweet, fruity complexity to the coffee's taste profile, creating a unique and delightful experience for the discerning coffee connoisseur.") [ dark chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "Dark chocolate is a rich, indulgent flavor that is often associated with deep, earthy notes in specialty coffee. The dark, almost black color of the hex code reflects the intensity and complexity of this flavor profile.") [ honey](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/22 "Honey is a sweet, viscous flavor that can sometimes be found in specialty coffee. The golden hue of the color represents the rich, syrupy sweetness that honey can impart to the coffee's flavor profile.") 

###  [ Cupped by @rbrigleb ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/230-rwanda-nyampinga-by-rbrigleb) 

    Cupped On  May 15, 2026    Since Roast  2 days    Roaster  [ Equator Coffees ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/100-equator-coffees)    Brew Method  [ Chemex ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=14)    Brew Recipe  [ Equator’s Chemex Recipe ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes/9-equators-chemex-recipe "Equator’s Chemex Recipe")     

 ![Raymond Brigleb](https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/225614451dc9aee33be11e0f6876c18b?s=120&d=identicon) 

 OK, I know this was only roasted two days ago, and I probably should have waited… but it’s pretty good already!

 [ blackberry jam](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/216 "A deep, rich purple-magenta that evokes the dark, jewel-toned hue of ripe blackberries and the concentrated sweetness of blackberry jam.") [ panela](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/217 "A warm, golden amber-brown that mirrors the physical appearance of panela — the tan-to-amber hue of unrefined sugarcane blocks, evoking caramel depth and natural, earthy sweetness.") [ apricot](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/4 "Apricot is a bright, sweet, and fruity flavor that can be a delightful addition to specialty coffee. It often evokes the warm, sun-kissed hues of the apricot fruit and can add a subtle, yet distinctive, layer of complexity to the coffee's aroma and taste.") [ black cherry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/176 "This deep burgundy-red hex code (#8B1538) represents black cherry because it captures the dark, rich pigmentation of ripe black cherries while maintaining the slight purple undertone that reflects the fruit's complexity and the wine-like qualities often associated with this flavor in coffee tasting.") [ blackberry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/9 "Blackberry is a vibrant, deep purple color that evokes the rich, fruity notes of this coffee flavor. The tart and slightly sweet taste of blackberries can often be found in specialty coffee blends, adding complexity and depth to the overall flavor profile.") 

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