Little Waves Coffee Roasters
Rwanda Fugi Ikizere Women

Roaster Location: Flag of United States Chapel Hill, North Carolina

4.50(2)

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Bean Source Country: Rwanda
Process: Washed

Reviews(2)

4.50(2)

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Latest Reviews and Tasting Notes

  • Theo Chan, Managing Editor

    1298 roasts rated, avg score of 4.29

    4.50 - Average

    4.50 - Finish

    4.50 - Flavor

    4.50 - Acidity

    4.50 - Balance

    Catching up on Leaderboard Season 15 data entry.

    I really liked this Rwandan from Little Waves, as much I have any Rwandan, which I usually find solid but undistinguished.

    For a washed, I thought this had a bit of funkiness to it. I got an almond overtone, a satsuma type citrus, and a nice natural sweetness and medium mouthfeel. I thought it had a very rich aroma with a bit of spice on the grind.

    Cupping Method:v60, 18:1 ratio, 197F - part of Leaderboard S15. I ended up getting this one right though I struggled with it possibly being the Ecuadorian.

    2 weeks ago · See more from Theo
  • Victoria S-C

    504 roasts rated, avg score of 4.30

    4.50 - Average

    Good!
    2 weeks ago · See more from Victoria

More Details

Bean Source Country: Rwanda
Rwandan coffee is known for its bright, fruity, and tea-like characteristics, attributable to its high elevations, fertile volcanic soil, and temperate climate. The Bourbon variety, commonly grown in Rwanda, lends itself to a delicate and nuanced flavor profile, often exhibiting notes of red fruit, citrus, and floral undertones. As the country has invested in improving coffee production and processing techniques, Rwandan coffee has emerged as a top contender in the specialty coffee market, earning recognition for its vibrant and complex flavors.
Rwandan coffee is renowned for its unique and vibrant flavor profile. It is characterized by a bright acidity and complex fruit tones, often featuring notes of berry, citrus, and sometimes hints of chocolate. Grown in the rich volcanic soil found throughout the hilly regions of the country, such as along the shores of Lake Kivu, Rwandan coffee benefits from an ideal combination of high altitude, regular rainfall, and ample sunshine. This environment facilitates the cultivation of predominantly Bourbon varieties of Arabica beans, typically handpicked with great care by small-scale farmers. The meticulous processing methods, including washing and sun-drying, contribute to the coffee's clean taste and high quality, making Rwandan coffee increasingly highly prized internationally.

Best Rated Roasts of Little Waves Coffee Roasters

Little Waves Coffee Roasters is a coffee roaster from Chapel Hill, NC United States. We have 2 cataloged roasts with 4 total reviews with a score of 4.00.

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