KURASU - Mbilima Soil Project Lot.0704 | Rwanda - Washed - Bourbon

Our second Rwanda release this year is a washed process coffee from Mbilima CWS. This lot was also produced through the Soil Project.

The Soil Project is a sustainable initiative where farmers create their own compost using coffee pulp—a byproduct of coffee production—and use it to grow coffee seedlings. It was launched in 2023, when ONIBUS COFFEE visited the region and helped start the project. This coffee comes from the second harvest since the Soil Project was established as a designated lot.

Mbilima CWS, like Nkara CWS, is managed by the Dukunde Kawa Musasa Cooperative and is located in the Gakenke District in northern Rwanda. The sweetness is reminiscent of Nkara, with a full, juicy character like red apple and satsuma mandarin. In addition, what stands out in this Mbilima lot is a floral aroma reminiscent of Assam tea that lingers through the finish.

The harmony between the floral tea-like notes and the juicy fruit character creates a beautifully balanced cup. To highlight this balance, we kept the roast on the lighter side, avoiding excessive development.