Premium Rwanda Coffee from the Gakenke Region – Woman-Owned Specialty Coffee from the Hingakawa Cooperative
Experience the exceptional taste and inspiring story behind this single origin Rwanda coffee sourced from the Gakenke Region, grown by the woman-owned Hingakawa coffee cooperative. As part of the Café Femenino Program, these resilient women coffee farmers have gained increased income, leadership roles, and community empowerment through sustainable coffee farming practices. This fair trade coffee supports survivors and leaders who rebuilt their lives after the 1994 genocide, making every cup a symbol of hope and strength.
Rwanda coffee plays a crucial role in the country’s economy, with over 400,000 smallholder coffee farmers relying on this premium Arabica coffee for their livelihoods. The National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB) highlights coffee’s vital contribution to foreign exchange and rural economic development, underlining the importance of supporting ethically sourced African coffee.
This artisan coffee is carefully handpicked and processed, then small batch roasted to a perfect medium roast that brings out its signature bright acidity, lively lemony notes, and a clean, smooth medium body. The fresh roasted specialty coffee beans showcase the vibrant flavors of the volcanic soils unique to the Gakenke region.
Ideal for pour-over, drip, or French press brewing, this fresh roasted coffee delivers a rich, complex cup that appeals to discerning coffee lovers seeking organic, sustainable, and ethically sourced coffee.
Each 1-pound (16 oz) bag offers a premium coffee experience that supports woman-owned coffee farms, sustainable agriculture, and fair trade practices. Taste the rich heritage and powerful story behind this exquisite African coffee.
