Burundi – Gasura Washing Station
Variety: Red Bourbon
Producer: Angele Ciza
Region: Kirundo
Altitude: 1400–1800 m
Process: Washed
Gasura washing station is located in northern Burundi at around 1,665 meters and works with about 400 smallholder farmers growing Red Bourbon. The farmers are part of the Terimbe cooperative (translated to “Let’s move forward”) and deliver carefully hand-picked cherries to the station on the day of harvest.
Gasura is operated by Kalico, a female-led company founded by Angele Ciza — the first woman to run a coffee business in Burundi. Around 70% of the farmer network are women, and the company actively supports women’s empowerment, community development, full traceability, and sustainable farming practices.
Process:
Only ripe red cherries are accepted. The coffee is floated, pulped, fermented for 14 hours, fully washed, and dried on raised beds for 2–3 weeks before storage and dry milling. This careful process ensures consistent specialty-quality results.
Cup Profile:
Floral aroma, pleasant sweetness, and a balanced cup.
Bright, crisp acidity with notes of citrus, alongside dried fruit, honey, almond, and black tea.
CARE & MAINTENANCE
To keep your coffee beans fresh and flavorful for longer, store them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, humidity, and heat. Always reseal the bag tightly after each use to preserve their aroma and taste. If the bag cannot be properly closed for any reason, consider transferring the coffee to another airtight container or sealed bag. Avoid storing coffee beans in the refrigerator, as the high humidity can affect their quality. For any questions, you can always contact us — we’re happy to help!
SHIPPING & RETURNS
We strive to process and ship all orders in a timely manner, working diligently to ensure that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible. Need to return something? Just let us know.