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 Burundi 

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Burundi
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 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

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What Burundi tastes like

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

 [ black cherry×1](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/176 "black cherry") [ green tea×1](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/64 "green tea") [ lime×1](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/19 "lime") [ mixed berries×1](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/181 "mixed berries") [ orange peel×1](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/132 "orange peel") [ pink lady apple×1](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/183 "pink lady apple") [ whipped cream×1](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/182 "whipped cream") 

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

 [ Red Bourbon 2 ](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/64-red-bourbon) 

Coffees from Burundi

###  [ Remera ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/120-remera) 

 by [ FLOWER CHILD COFFEE ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/248-flower-child-coffee)

    Process Washed   Varieties [Red Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/64-red-bourbon)   Country  [Burundi](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/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 

 [ mixed berries](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/181 "mixed berries") [ whipped cream](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/182 "whipped cream") [ pink lady apple](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/183 "pink lady apple") 

###  [ Ruvumu ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/115-ruvumu) 

 by [ Ritual Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/180-ritual-coffee-roasters)

    Process Washed   Varieties [Red Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/64-red-bourbon)   Country  [Burundi](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/burundi)    Region Kayanza   Harvest July 2025    

First noted

Feb 19, 2026

Last tasted

Feb 19, 2026

 1 cupping 

 [ black cherry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/176 "black cherry") [ lime](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/19 "lime") [ green tea](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/64 "green tea") [ orange peel](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/132 "orange peel") 

Recent cuppings

###  [ Remera ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/188-remera-by-rbrigleb) 

    Cupped By  [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb)    Cupped On  Mar 01, 2026    Since Roast  12 days    Roaster  [ FLOWER CHILD COFFEE ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/248-flower-child-coffee)    Brew Method  [ Chemex ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=14)     

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

 [ mixed berries](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/181 "This deep mauve-burgundy hex code (#8B3A62) represents mixed berries because it captures the rich, dark purple-red tones of ripe blackberries and blueberries while maintaining the warmth and complexity of a multi-berry blend.") [ pink lady apple](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/183 "This soft mauve-pink hex code (#E8A5C2) captures the distinctive rosy-pink hue of Pink Lady apples while maintaining the sophistication expected in specialty coffee applications, reflecting both the fruit's visual appearance and its delicate, nuanced flavor profile.") [ whipped cream](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/182 "This off-white, cream-colored hex code (#F5F5F0) directly represents the visual appearance of whipped cream itself—light, pale, and soft—while also conveying the delicate, subtle nature of this flavor note in coffee tasting.") 

###  [ Ruvumu ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings/183-ruvumu-by-rbrigleb) 

    Cupped By  [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb)    Cupped On  Feb 19, 2026    Since Roast  9 days    Roaster  [ Ritual Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/180-ritual-coffee-roasters)    Brew Method  [ Hario V60 ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes?brewing_method=15)     

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

 A delicate surprise.

 [ lime](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/19 "The lime flavor in coffee can provide a bright, zesty, and refreshing taste, reminiscent of the vibrant green color of the lime fruit. It can add a pleasant acidity and citrus notes to the coffee, creating a lively and invigorating drinking experience.") [ green tea](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/64 "The light green color #90EE90 represents the fresh, herbaceous quality of the green tea flavor found in some specialty coffees.") [ orange peel](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/132 "The hex code #FFA500 represents the vibrant, golden-orange hue of an orange peel, which visually captures the bright, citrusy nature of this coffee flavor.") [ 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.") 

Roasters featuring Burundi

 [ FC FLOWER CHILD COFFEE 1 ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/248-flower-child-coffee) [ RC Ritual Coffee Roasters 1 ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/180-ritual-coffee-roasters) 

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   by [ Amavida Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/294-amavida-coffee-roasters)

     Certifications Organic         Country   [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia)          Source Fondo Paez Cooperative      

First noted

Aug 09, 2026

 Last tasted

Aug 09, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ brown sugar](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/28 "brown sugar") [ apricot](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/4 "apricot") [ caramel](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/23 "caramel")  

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###   [ Santa Maria ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/181-santa-maria)  

   by [ The Boy &amp; The Bear ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/292-the-boy-the-bear)

      Process Anaerobic Natural      Varieties [Tabi](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/70-tabi)      Country   [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia)       Region Santander       Source Hacienda Cafetera La Pradera      

First noted

Aug 09, 2026

 Last tasted

Aug 09, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ black tea](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/65 "black tea") [ dried fig](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/138 "dried fig") [ dark chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "dark chocolate")  

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###   [ San Antonio La Paz ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/180-san-antonio-la-paz)  

   by [ Water Avenue Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/291-water-avenue-coffee)

      Process Washed      Varieties [Caturra](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/12-caturra), [Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/9-bourbon), [Castillo San Ramon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/100-castillo-san-ramon)      Country   [Guatemala](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/guatemala)       Region Sierra de Las Minas     Elevation 1200-1400m        

First noted

Aug 05, 2026

 Last tasted

Aug 05, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ orange](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/17 "orange") [ caramel](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/23 "caramel") [ black walnut syrup](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/244 "black walnut syrup")  

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###   [ Ethiopian Kercha ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/179-ethiopian-kercha)  

   by [ Cat &amp; Cloud Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/44-cat-cloud-coffee)

          Country   [Ethiopia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ethiopia)       Region Guji         

First noted

Aug 03, 2026

 Last tasted

Aug 03, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ milk chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/33 "milk chocolate") [ cane sugar](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/29 "cane sugar") [ vanilla](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/27 "vanilla") [ strawberry ice cream](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/243 "strawberry ice cream")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/179-ethiopian-kercha) 

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###   [ Finca Santa Cruz Washed ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/178-finca-santa-cruz-washed)  

   by [ Ritual Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/180-ritual-coffee-roasters)

      Process Washed      Varieties [Typica](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/34-typica), [Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/9-bourbon)      Country   [Mexico](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/mexico)       Region Chiapas      Harvest 2026     Source José And Karina Argüello      

First noted

Jul 28, 2026

 Last tasted

Aug 04, 2026

  3 cuppings 

   [ chocolate](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/108 "chocolate") [ earl grey tea](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/242 "earl grey tea") [ citrus](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/110 "citrus") [ grapefruit](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/20 "grapefruit") [ lime](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/19 "lime")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/178-finca-santa-cruz-washed) 

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###   [ Gamaliel Ríos Ortíz ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/177-gamaliel-rios-ortiz)  

   by [ Ritual Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/180-ritual-coffee-roasters)

      Process Honey      Varieties [Peñasco](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/99-penasco), [Typica](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/34-typica)      Country   [Mexico](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/mexico)       Region Chiapas      Harvest 2025     Source La Concordia      

First noted

Jul 21, 2026

 Last tasted

Jul 21, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ peach](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/3 "peach") [ citrus](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/110 "citrus") [ caramel](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/23 "caramel") [ butterscotch](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/32 "butterscotch")  

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###   [ Finca Santa Cruz Natural ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/176-finca-santa-cruz-natural)  

   by [ Ritual Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/180-ritual-coffee-roasters)

        Varieties [Geisha](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/16-geisha)      Country   [Mexico](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/mexico)       Region Chiapas       Source Finca Santa Cruz      

First noted

Jul 19, 2026

 Last tasted

Jul 19, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ chilled red wine](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/240 "chilled red wine") [ lime](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/19 "lime") [ cacao nibs](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/241 "cacao nibs")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/176-finca-santa-cruz-natural) 

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###   [ Ecuador - Finca La Noria ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/175-ecuador-finca-la-noria)  

   by [ SK Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/290-sk-coffee)

      Process Washed      Varieties [Typica Mejorado](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/91-typica-mejorado)      Country   [Ecuador](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/ecuador)       Region Loja     Elevation 2170m      Source Finca La Noria      

First noted

Jul 16, 2026

 Last tasted

Jul 16, 2026

  2 cuppings 

   [ vanilla](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/27 "vanilla") [ watermelon](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/111 "watermelon") [ grapefruit](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/20 "grapefruit") [ calamansi](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/239 "calamansi")  

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###   [ Honduras Byron Hernandez ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/174-honduras-byron-hernandez)  

   by [ Heart Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/47-heart-coffee-roasters)

      Process Washed      Varieties [Pacas](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/28-pacas)      Country   [Honduras](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/honduras)       Region Santa Barbara     Elevation 1820m        

First noted

Jul 14, 2026

 Last tasted

Jul 14, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ cantaloupe](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/238 "cantaloupe") [ raspberry](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/6 "raspberry") [ honeysuckle](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/62 "honeysuckle")  

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###   [ Colombia Young Producers ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/173-colombia-young-producers)  

   by [ Branch Street Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/289-branch-street-coffee-roasters)

      Process Co-fermented and experimental (Strawberries, red wine yeast, fruit glucose, CO2)     Species Arabica     Varieties [Caturra](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/12-caturra), [Castillo](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/13-castillo)      Country   [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia)        Elevation 1700m      Source Columbia Young Producers Development Lot - Antioquia, Quindío And Huila      

First noted

Jul 14, 2026

 Last tasted

Jul 14, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ star fruit](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/237 "star fruit") [ papaya](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/16 "papaya") [ orange blossom](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/60 "orange blossom")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/173-colombia-young-producers) 

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###   [ Juan Jiménez, El Porvenir ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/172-juan-jimenez-el-porvenir)  

   by [ Sey ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/288-sey)

      Process Washed      Varieties [Pink Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/1-pink-bourbon), [Ethiopian Landrace](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/98-ethiopian-landrace)      Country   [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia)         Harvest February 2026     Source El Porvenir - Santa Barbara, Palestina      

First noted

Jul 14, 2026

 Last tasted

Jul 14, 2026

  1 cupping 

   [ citrus](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/110 "citrus") [ apple blossom](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/146 "apple blossom") [ lychee](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/120 "lychee")  

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/172-juan-jimenez-el-porvenir) 

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###   [ Juan Jimiménez, El Porvenir ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/171-juan-jimimenez-el-porvenir)  

   by [ Sey ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/288-sey)

      Process Washed      Varieties [Pink Bourbon](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/1-pink-bourbon), [Ethiopian Landrace](https://unpacking.coffee/varieties/98-ethiopian-landrace)      Country   [Colombia](https://unpacking.coffee/origins/colombia)       Region Huila     Elevation 1700m     Harvest February 2026       

First noted

Jul 14, 2026

  0 cuppings 

  ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/171-juan-jimimenez-el-porvenir)
