The Burundi Ikawa Nziza specialty coffee is an extraordinary example of how terroir, varietal, and processing can create a cup of rare elegance. Grown by smallholder farmers in Muyinga Province at an altitude of 1650 meters above sea level, this lot comes from the Bourbon varietal, one of the most prized and widespread in East Africa.
Processing takes place at the Ikawa Nziza washing station, known for enhancing the value of Burundi’s micro-lots. The natural process gives the beans a round sweetness and aromatic complexity that captivate from the very first sip.
Sensory profile of Burundi Ikawa Nziza
Tasting Burundi natural Bourbon coffee means embarking on a rich and structured sensory journey:
- Aroma: 8/10
- Sweetness: 8/10
- Acidity: 6/10
- Bitterness: 1/10
- Aftertaste/Persistence: 8/10
In the cup, you’ll find distinctive notes of black cherry, cocoa, and vanilla, perfectly balanced in harmony. The sweetness is round and persistent, the acidity is lively yet controlled, and the bitterness is almost absent. The velvety, long-lasting aftertaste completes the experience, making this coffee ideal for those who appreciate complex and refined profiles.
Recommended filter recipe (B62.52TH24E)
To best highlight the qualities of Burundi Ikawa Nziza, here’s an optimized filter brewing recipe:
- Input dose: 20 g
- Output: 42 g
- Extraction time: 30 seconds
- TDS: 9.86
- Extraction yield: 20.70%
This recipe enhances the fruity notes and natural sweetness of the Bourbon varietal.
Technical considerations
The B62.52TH24E filter creates a compact coffee puck, ensuring better extraction and allowing more space for coffee volume. This technical detail positively impacts the cup, resulting in a balanced, consistent brew with a complete aromatic profile.
Why choose Burundi Ikawa Nziza specialty coffee
The Burundi natural Bourbon coffee is ideal for anyone seeking a specialty cup that is complex, sweet, and persistent. Perfect for filter brewing, it reveals the richness of African coffee, defined by fruity freshness and aromatic intensity.
