Burundi Bavyeyi IV Natural

A minimal-intervention natural from the women-led Bavyeyi community in Ngozi, Burundi. Slow-dried 45-60 days in the cool highlands for a wine-like, dessert-sweet cup.

Process

A classic natural: whole cherries dry slowly in the sun, letting the fruit ferment gently around the seed. Smallholder lots from the Bavyeyi community are floated, hand-sorted, and turned constantly on raised beds for an even dry. The extended cherry contact builds the berry depth and dark-chocolate sweetness in the cup.

In the cup

Acidity

Medium, balanced

Sweetness

Luscious, honeyed

Body

Rich, juicy

Brewing

Dialing in the perfect cup is part of the fun. Here's where we recommend starting for this one:

Best Rested

21+ days

Method

Filter, Espresso

Water Temp

90–93°C (194–200°F)

Ratio

1:16

Grind

Medium-Coarse