Our new coffee comes from the heart of East Africa: Burundi, a small, often overlooked country – but with enormous potential for truly excellent coffee. The Turaco Microlot comes from the Ngozi Province in the north of the country. A region perfect for specialty coffee: altitudes of 1,600 to 1,900 meters, fertile volcanic soils, a mild climate, and traditional farming methods.

The coffee is grown here by smallholder farmers who cultivate an average of just 0.3 hectares of land. Our Turaco variety is a classic Bourbon Arabica, known for its sweetness, complexity, and clarity. Harvested by hand, at maturity, and selectively, the coffee cherries are then sent to local washing stations, where they are washed and processed: pulped, fermented for 12 to 24 hours, and then sun-dried on raised beds for around 20 days. This laborious process ensures clarity in your cup.

And what can you expect in terms of taste? A balanced, clean cup with notes of red plum, chocolate cookie, and white grapes. The acidity is fruity and present, the sweetness subtle, and the body round and elegant. A coffee that works perfectly both neat as an espresso and in a French press, V60, or AeroPress.

This microlot is named after the turaco, a bright green bird that lives in the forests of Burundi. Just like the bird, this coffee brings color, expression, and vibrancy to your everyday life.

Burundi – small country, big coffee

When you think of Africa's coffee, countries like Ethiopia or Kenya often come to mind. But Burundi ? This small country between Rwanda and Tanzania has a very unique coffee history – a truly fascinating one at that. It is one of the smallest countries in Africa – and also one of the poorest. Nevertheless, coffee plays a central role: Almost half of all households depend directly or indirectly on coffee cultivation.

Coffee arrived in Burundi in the early 20th century, when it was still under colonial rule. The plantations were first established by European settlers, but small farming families quickly took over—and transformed it into a culture that continues to shape everyday life today.

Almost all Burundian coffee farmers are smallholders, often cultivating less than one hectare. The coffee grows at altitudes of 1,600 to 2,000 meters—ideal conditions for Arabica Bourbon, which can develop its full aromatic splendor here with plenty of sun, abundant rain, and nutrient-rich soil. Harvesting is done by hand, cherry by cherry. Then it goes to the so-called washing station, where the coffee is carefully washed and dried—a method responsible for the clear, light texture of the cup. Burundian coffees are often an ode to fruitiness: red berries, cherries, citrus fruits, and often a subtle floral note reminiscent of black tea. They are vibrant, light-hearted, and complex at the same time.

Burundi is one of the poorest countries in the world, facing political and economic challenges. According to the World Bank, it is among the poorest countries in the world: Over 70% of the population lives below the poverty line of less than US$1.90 a day. Life expectancy is around 61 years, and more than half of the population lacks regular access to clean drinking water or healthcare. Political instability, recurring conflicts, and weak infrastructure hamper access to markets and financing – especially for small-scale coffee farmers, who often lack collateral for loans. These factors make building a stable coffee industry a major challenge, but also an opportunity for sustainable development. Nevertheless, thanks to strong communities, small cooperatives, and direct collaboration, it is possible to maintain top-level quality. Fair trade and long-term partnerships are therefore essential here – they ensure that added value remains in the country and that farmers can earn a living from their work.

For us, Burundi is a truly passionate project. Here, you can feel the closeness to the people behind the coffee—the passion, courage, and hope that lies in every bean. Our Single Origin Turaco is named after a colorful bird from the Ngozi region—and this coffee is just as vibrant and unique.

What's especially important to us: Coffee from Burundi deserves visibility and fair conditions. Through direct collaboration with cooperatives, transparent supply chains, and fair prices, we want to help ensure that more added value remains in the country of origin – with the people who make this special coffee possible.

With every sip, we drink a piece of Burundian history, culture, and future. And that's exactly what makes coffee from Burundi so special for us.

Brief profile of the Turaco:
- Origin: Burundi
- Region: Ngozi
- Mounting height: 1,600 – 1,900 masl
- Variety: Bourbon
- Treatment: washed
- Taste: red plum, chocolate biscuit, white grapes
- Body: balanced
- Sweetness: subtle
- Acidity: fruity

Turaco is only available in limited quantities—as is the case with microlots. Try it now, brew it, and discover it. And get a little piece of Burundi in your cup.

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You can now find it in our Available online as espresso or filter roast , or directly from our espresso bar, freshly ground and brewed. Come by, taste, and take home.