Coffee growing region in Lake Kivu, Rwanda

LAKE KIVU

Rwanda

The Region

Where coffee begins its journey.

Terraces above Lake Kivu produce refined Bourbon coffee, a category still finding its global recognition.

Growing Conditions

Smallholder terraces overlooking the lake, farmed largely by women's cooperatives.

Harvest

March to June.

Altitude

1,700–2,000m

Flavour

Bergamot · Honey · Plum