Rwanda Amber Grove – Red Bourbon Washed | November Pre-Order

Grind Size Whole Bean Espresso Moka Pot Filter / V60 Chemex French Press

Size 250g 500g 1 kg

€14,90 EUR

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PRE-ORDER · EXPECTED AVAILABILITY FROM NOVEMBER 2026

Reserve Amber Grove ahead of its arrival. This coffee is not available for immediate dispatch. Orders containing this product will ship once the beans have arrived and have been freshly roasted by 98% Monkey. The exact dispatch date has yet to be confirmed.

Almond, raisin, cola, and citrus. A distinctive Red Bourbon from the hills of Rwanda.

From Nyamasheke in Rwanda's Western Province comes Amber Grove, a specialty coffee combining comforting nutty sweetness, aromatic cedar, and refreshing citrus notes.

Almond and raisin provide a warm, inviting foundation, while a surprising cola-like character adds complexity. Subtle cedar notes and a citrus lift create an intriguing contrast.

A distinctive yet approachable coffee for those who enjoy exploring new sensory profiles.

Flavor Profile

Main notes: almond, cedar, cola, raisin, and citrus.
Sweetness: reminiscent of dried fruit and ripe raisins.
Acidity: citrus freshness balancing the warmer flavors.
Aromatic character: nuts, delicate woody notes, and cola-like spice.
Overall profile: sweet, layered, and full of interesting contrasts.

The first impression brings together almond and the concentrated sweetness of raisins.

As the flavors develop, cedar and cola-like notes emerge, introducing an aromatic complexity that sets this coffee apart.

A refreshing citrus accent completes the experience.

The cola reference describes a naturally occurring tasting impression. No cola, flavorings, or other ingredients have been added.

Origin and Processing

Amber Grove comes from Nyamasheke District in Rwanda's Western Province, a mountainous coffee-growing area where many farming families cultivate coffee.

This lot represents the work of 51 smallholder farmers under the guidance of lead farmer Bosco Hakizmana.

The coffee cherries are delivered to Rwamatamu's Mbare Washing Station, which opened in 2023 to support coffee processing in the surrounding community.

Grown at approximately 1,800 meters above sea level, the coffee belongs to the Red Bourbon variety.

Processing begins with careful hand sorting to remove defects, followed by depulping and grading through water channels.

The coffee then undergoes 8 hours of fermentation in tanks before being thoroughly washed.

After washing, the parchment is spread across raised drying beds in the sun for approximately 22 days.

During drying, the coffee is regularly turned and inspected by hand to encourage even drying and remove remaining defects.

The result is a distinctive washed Red Bourbon combining nutty sweetness, dried fruit, cedar, cola-like aromatics, and citrus freshness.

Why You'll Love It

Almond and raisin: warm, naturally sweet tasting notes.
Cola-like aromatics: an unexpected sensory dimension.
Citrus: a refreshing contrast to the deeper flavors.
Red Bourbon: discover an important variety in Rwandan coffee production.
Traceable origin: produced by 51 smallholder farmers.
Careful processing: washed and slowly dried on raised beds.

Ideal for

Espresso: explores almond, raisin, and cola-like aromatics.
V60: highlights the balance between sweetness and citrus.
AeroPress: allows you to experiment with different extraction styles.
French Press: for a fuller brewing experience.
Cold Brew: an interesting way to explore its sweet aromatic character.
Flat White: worth trying for those who enjoy nutty coffee flavors with milk.

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