Democratic Republic of the Congo
DR Congo South Kivu
South Kivu, Lake Kivu · 1450–2000 masl · Washed
View on mapFrom the steep shores of Lake Kivu, these lots burst with juicy red fruit and blackcurrant over a floral, sparkling acidity.
Flavor profile
| Bean | Acidity | Fruitiness | Complexity | Bitterness | Body | Sweetness |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DR Congo South Kivu | 8 | 8 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 7 |
Details
- Varieties
- Bourbon, Jackson
- Processing
- Washed
- Roast
- Medium-Light
- Harvest
- Mar, Apr, May, Jun
Tasting notes
Red FruitBlackcurrantFloralBrown SugarOrange
Brewing recommendations
Pour-Over V60affinity 9/10
Grind
Medium-Fine (600µm)
Temp
93°C
Ratio
1:16
Brew
210s
Highlights red-fruit and blackcurrant; clean and articulate.
Chemexaffinity 8/10
Grind
Medium (800µm)
Temp
94°C
Ratio
1:17
Brew
270s
Tea-like clarity; red-fruit and blackcurrant shine through.
Kalita Waveaffinity 7/10
Grind
Medium (800µm)
Temp
93°C
Ratio
1:16
Brew
240s
Balanced extraction; red-fruit and blackcurrant with rounded sweetness.
Cold Brewaffinity 7/10
Grind
Coarse (1050µm)
Temp
80°C
Ratio
1:8
Brew
12h
Smooth and sweet; red-fruit and blackcurrant without the bite.
AeroPressaffinity 6/10
Grind
Medium-Fine (600µm)
Temp
85°C
Ratio
1:14
Brew
90s
Versatile cup; red-fruit and blackcurrant with soft acidity.
Espressoaffinity 5/10
Grind
Fine (260µm)
Temp
93°C
Ratio
1:2
Brew
28s
Concentrated red-fruit and blackcurrant; syrupy shot.
French Pressaffinity 5/10
Grind
Coarse (1050µm)
Temp
95°C
Ratio
1:15
Brew
240s
Heavy body; red-fruit and blackcurrant with textured mouthfeel.
Moka Potaffinity 4/10
Grind
Fine (260µm)
Temp
96°C
Ratio
1:7
Brew
300s
Bold and rich; red-fruit and blackcurrant in a concentrated cup.