Gisheke is uniquely nestled between two steep hills pointing towards Lake Kivu, the Idjwi Island and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The setting on the shores of Lake Kivu make the wind flow ideal for processing and drying high quality natural processed lots. The farm has recently seen major refurbishments after being purchased in 2017, now set up to produce complex coffee.
We believe Muraho Trading Co are producing some of the best coffee in Rwanda, that is the motivation to continue to purchase from Gisheke.
This naturally processed lot has a jammy body, berry sweetness balanced with a tart like acidity.
The Producer
Muraho Trading Company was formed by two brothers who had a vision to showcase the potential of Rwandan coffee. Overlooking Lake Kivu, 40% of the cherries processed at Gisheke are grown on Mushungwe Island and are delivered by boat. The farm is only accessible by boat
All cherries are hand sorted before being floated to remove underripe or damaged harvest. After being pulped and cleaned the coffee is laid evenly across raised beds, with consistent air flow from Lake Kivu. The harvest is turned constantly over a 30 day period and covered at night time. Once dry, the dried outer fruit is removed and the coffee is ready to be organised for packing.
