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Burundi
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Burundi

Africa

Produces coffees similar to neighboring Rwanda, with bright acidity and complex fruit notes. Burundian coffees often feature floral aromatics, citrus brightness, and berry sweetness. Most coffee is grown by smallholder farmers at high elevations.

2
coffees tracked
2
roasters offering
2
cuppings logged
6
growing regions
Flavors commonly associated with Burundi

Across 2 cuppings logged by members, coffees from Burundi most often taste of black cherry, green tea and lime.

Growing regions

Kayanza

2 coffees

Northern province bordering Rwanda known for exceptional coffees. Kayanza coffees typically feature bright citrus acidity, complex sweetness, and notes of berry, caramel, and black tea. The region consistently produces Cup of Excellence winners.

Gitega

Central province and former capital with diverse agriculture. Gitega coffees often display balanced profiles with medium acidity, body, and notes of chocolate, caramel, and subtle fruit. The province includes varied elevations suitable for coffee.

Kirundo

Northernmost province bordering Rwanda. Kirundo coffees typically feature balanced acidity, medium body, and notes of caramel, chocolate, and mild fruit. The region includes coffee cultivation around Lake Rweru and Lake Cohoha.

Muramvya

Small central province with high-quality coffee production. Muramvya coffees often present bright acidity, medium body, and notes of orange, caramel, and black tea. The region's high elevation contributes to distinctive quality characteristics.

Muyinga

Northeastern province with quality coffee production. Muyinga coffees typically offer bright acidity, medium body, and notes of red berries, citrus, and caramel. The region includes numerous smallholder farmers organized around washing stations.

Ngozi

Northern province with ideal altitude and growing conditions. Ngozi coffees often present vibrant acidity, full body, and notes of red fruit, citrus, and chocolate. The province has significant coffee infrastructure and washing stations.

Varieties grown here
Coffees from Burundi
Process Washed
Varieties Red Bourbon
Country Burundi
Region Kayanza
Elevation 1,850-2,100m
Harvest July 2025
Source Remera Washing Station
First noted
Mar 01, 2026
Last tasted
Mar 01, 2026
1 cupping
Process Washed
Varieties Red Bourbon
Country Burundi
Region Kayanza
Harvest July 2025
First noted
Feb 19, 2026
Last tasted
Feb 19, 2026
1 cupping
Recent cuppings
Cupped By @rbrigleb
Cupped On Mar 01, 2026
Since Roast 12 days
Roaster Flower Child Coffee
Brew Method Chemex
Raymond Brigleb
Cupped By @rbrigleb
Cupped On Feb 19, 2026
Since Roast 9 days
Roaster Ritual Coffee Roasters
Brew Method Hario V60
Raymond Brigleb

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