Burundi Nemba Kayanza
Burundi Nemba Kayanza
Mandarin, Jasmine, Clove
Tucked high in the northern hills of Kayanza, Burundi, Nemba washing station brings together over 1,000 smallholder farmers, each tending a few hundred Red Bourbon trees at 1,700 metres above sea level. The cool, crisp mountain air helps the cherries ripen slowly, building a fragrant, floral sweetness that’s uniquely Nemba.
Every cherry is hand-picked, floated to check quality, and sorted again by hand before being pulped and carefully washed; a process that brings out clarity and vibrancy in every cup. The parchment is then dry fermented, soaked, and sun-dried on raised beds, with constant attention to ensure even drying and zero defects. Expect mandarin brightness, delicate jasmine floral notes, and a whisper of clove, all coming together in a cup that’s lively, aromatic, and unapologetically delicious.
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More About The Coffee
At Nemba washing station, every step is carefully managed to ensure the highest quality. The coffee is fully washed under close supervision, and after pulping, the beans are dry fermented for up to 12 hours before being soaked in clean water for another 12–24 hours. The parchment is then slowly dried on raised beds for two to three weeks, with regular raking and inspection to ensure even drying and remove any imperfections. This meticulous process brings out the coffee’s layered complexity, revealing bright mandarin, delicate jasmine, and a whisper of clove in every cup.
Nemba Kayanza’s story is also one of community and sustainability. Over 1,000 smallholder farmers cultivate Red Bourbon trees at 1,700 metres above sea level, supported by Greenco Coffee’s traceability systems, Good Agricultural Practices, and farmer support programs. From careful cultivation to sun-dried perfection, Nemba Kayanza is a true showcase of Burundi’s growing reputation for world-class specialty coffee.
Producer: Nemba washing station
Varietals: Red Bourbon
Process: Washed
Ingredients & Origin
Ingredients: 100% Arabica Coffee Beans. Contains no additives or preservatives.
Sourced from: Kayanza, Burundi
Roasted and packaged in NSW, Australia, from imported raw coffee beans.
Cup Count
1 – 2 cups daily - 250g per week
2 – 4 cups daily - 500g per week
6 – 8 cups daily - 1kg per week
Note: These guidelines are based on using 21-22 grams of coffee, our recommended dose size for double shots.
Storage Instructions
For optimal quality, store airtight in a cool, dry place, out of direct sunlight.
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Recipe
This recipe is for espresso and developed on a commercial coffee machine. Use as a guide to achieve your desired flavour preference. If you are unable to reproduce the exact result on your home machine, don’t panic, an alternative is to simply adjust your recipe using the ratio so it works best for your set up.
