How to brew this

Suggestion
Ratio
1:2.1
1:16
Temp
93°C

A starting point based on this bean's roast level. Open Tazzina to dial in the grind on your grinder.

About this bean

Roast level
Medium-Light · 4/10
Type
Single origin
Origin
Rwanda
Process
Washed
Tasting notes
ApricotAllspiceGreen grape
Varietal
Bourbon
Species
Arabica
Altitude
1500–1650 masl
Farm
Gishamwana Island
Producer
Emmanuel Rwakagara
Best for
Espresso
About
More than 35,000 coffee trees grow, mill and dry on a secluded island in Lake Kivu, owned by COOPAC founder Emmanuel Rwakagara and farmed organically under heavy shade.

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FAQ

Where does Gishamwana Island come from?

Gishamwana Island comes from Rwanda. It is a washed coffee. It grows at 1500–1650 masl.

What does Gishamwana Island taste like?

Axil Coffee Roasters lists apricot, allspice and green grape.

How do I brew Gishamwana Island?

Start at 1:2.1 for espresso or 1:16 for pour-over. Brew it at 93°C (199°F). Grind depends on your grinder, so there is no single number: Tazzina translates the community grind to your grinder, or guides you to it by taste.

What is Tazzina?

Tazzina is a free iPhone and iPad app for coffee. Save a brew for every bean, grinder, and brew method, dial it in with guided steps, and repeat the cups you love.