Rwanda Gishamwana Island
Washed lot with Apricot, All Spice, and Green Grape in the cup.
Nyamasheke, RW · Washed
Producer
Emmanuel Rwakagara’s lots are carried by 2 different roasters. The same coffee, interpreted by 2 different roasting curves; a comparison nobody else can show you.
Producer overview
Emmanuel Rwakagara cultivates coffee in the Lake Kivu region of Rwanda, operating within an altitude band of 1500 to 1650 meters. This geographic context shapes the foundation of the farm's production within the catalog data. The varietal landscape for this producer centers entirely on bourbon, which represents all recorded cultivar entries in the catalog. The process portfolio is similarly focused, consisting exclusively of washed preparations across all documented lots. This approach highlights a consistent method for handling the harvested cherry. The catalog footprint includes three total coffees represented across two different roasters, with two lots currently in stock. Harvest representations and regional offerings point to specific island cultivation contexts. Recent catalog examples feature the Rwanda Gishamwana Island lot roasted by Axil Coffee Roasters using a washed process and bourbon variety, alongside Padre Coffee offerings for both espresso and filter preparations featuring the same origin, process, and varietal profile. The work of Emmanuel Rwakagara in the catalog is distinguished by a dedicated focus on washed bourbon production from the Lake Kivu area.
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Producer profile
Varietals
Processes
Altitude
1500–1650m
Washed lot with Apricot, All Spice, and Green Grape in the cup.
Nyamasheke, RW · Washed
Expect Apple, Pear, and Nectarine from this washed lot.
Lake Kivu, RW · Washed
Related producers
Same country, shared varietals; other farmers whose lots Cherrybook has catalogued.