The Bright Roast is a washed coffee from the Karambi Mountain region of Rwanda, known for its high-altitude farms and clean, expressive profiles. This vibrant cup features lively notes of redcurrant, balanced by juicy peach and a smooth honey finish. With its bright acidity and delicate sweetness, it’s an ideal choice for filter brewing and perfect for those who appreciate a fresh, fruit-forward coffee experience.
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The Bright Roast is a washed coffee from the Karambi Mountain region of Rwanda, known for its high-altitude farms and clean, expressive profiles. This vibrant cup features lively notes of redcurrant, balanced by juicy peach and a smooth honey finish. With its bright acidity and delicate sweetness, it’s an ideal choice for filter brewing and perfect for those who appreciate a fresh, fruit-forward coffee experience.
Chemical free
Fair trade
Organic
Key Info
RoastLight
Country Of OriginRwanda
ProcessWashed
Flavor NotesRedcurrant, Peach, Honey
Size250g
Details
Set across just over 2.5 hectares, Karambi is supported by a team of 4 full-time and 60 seasonal staff, 90% of whom are women. With farms averaging 4 hectares and 8,000 coffee trees each, the station consistently sources outstanding cherries from within a 3-kilometre radius.
Shipping
We currently ship to the below countries. We do our best to deliver your order to you in the timeframes listed below, but please note these are estimates from our delivery provider.
UAE Next Day - 24 hours
Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah
Middle East 2-3 days
Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia
United Kingdom & Europe 2-4 days
Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Greenland, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Jersey, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Mayotte, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Réunion, Romania, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom, Vatican City
Asia 3-4 days
Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Christmas Island, Hong Kong SAR China, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Macau SAR China, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar (Burma), Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Thailand, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Yemen
Oceania 2-5 days
Australia, Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Niue, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu
North America 2-4 days
Canada, USA
South America 3-5 days
Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Falkland Islands, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela
Central America 3-5 days
Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Costa Rica, Curaçao, Dominica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Grenada, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Martinique, Montserrat, Nicaragua, Panama, Saint Martin, St. Barthélemy, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent & Grenadines, Trinidad & Tobago, Turks & Caicos Islands
The Bright Roast is a shining example of Rwandan specialty coffee, sourced from the high-altitude farms around Karambi Mountain and processed at the Karambi Washing Station. With a fully washed process that enhances clarity and structure, this coffee delivers a clean, vibrant cup that excels on the cupping table. It features bright redcurrant acidity, soft peach juiciness, and a honeyed sweetness that lingers—making it a go-to for those who enjoy expressive, fruit-forward profiles with a balanced finish.
• Origin: Rwanda
• Region: Karambi Mountain, near Lake Kivu
• Process: Fully washed for refined acidity and flavor transparency
• Flavour Notes: Redcurrant, peach, honey; crisp, sweet, and layered
• Elevation: Steep highland terrain, ideal for slow cherry maturation
• Washing Station: Karambi, established in 2016, operated by RTC since 2017
• Farming Network: 1,500 smallholder farmers within a 3 km radius, trained through RTC programs
• Harvest & Production: Over 400 tons of cherry processed annually (2023 affected by shared sourcing with Gesharu)
• Community & Sustainability: 90% of seasonal harvest staff are women; 24,000 seedlings distributed in the last off-season
• Specialty Focus: High-quality microlot with excellent cup scores and traceability
Brewing Insight:
This coffee is best brewed as a pour-over or batch brew to highlight its clarity and layered fruit character. Its bright acidity and clean finish make it an excellent choice for filter lovers and cupping professionals alike.
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The Bright Roast is a shining example of Rwandan specialty coffee, sourced from the high-altitude farms around Karambi Mountain and processed at the Karambi Washing Station. With a fully washed process that enhances clarity and structure, this coffee delivers a clean, vibrant cup that excels on the cupping table. It features bright redcurrant acidity, soft peach juiciness, and a honeyed sweetness that lingers—making it a go-to for those who enjoy expressive, fruit-forward profiles with a balanced finish.
• Origin: Rwanda
• Region: Karambi Mountain, near Lake Kivu
• Process: Fully washed for refined acidity and flavor transparency
• Flavour Notes: Redcurrant, peach, honey; crisp, sweet, and layered
• Elevation: Steep highland terrain, ideal for slow cherry maturation
• Washing Station: Karambi, established in 2016, operated by RTC since 2017
• Farming Network: 1,500 smallholder farmers within a 3 km radius, trained through RTC programs
• Harvest & Production: Over 400 tons of cherry processed annually (2023 affected by shared sourcing with Gesharu)
• Community & Sustainability: 90% of seasonal harvest staff are women; 24,000 seedlings distributed in the last off-season
• Specialty Focus: High-quality microlot with excellent cup scores and traceability
Brewing Insight:
This coffee is best brewed as a pour-over or batch brew to highlight its clarity and layered fruit character. Its bright acidity and clean finish make it an excellent choice for filter lovers and cupping professionals alike.
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