Burundi

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    A nectarine-noted medium roast, sustainably sourced from East Africa’s smallest nation.

    $16

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    Burundi-$16.00 / 11.5 oz (325 g) / Medium Roast-Fellow - media
    Burundi-$16.00 / 11.5 oz (325 g) / Medium Roast-Fellow - media

      Burundi

      $16

      Final Sale
      This washed Red Bourbon by Necessary is a pleasantly fruity representation of East Africa’s smallest nation. We tasted stone fruit and nectarine, with a punchy body, and a hint of tangerine acidity.

      $16

      Final Sale
      This washed Red Bourbon by Necessary is a pleasantly fruity representation of East Africa’s smallest nation. We tasted stone fruit and nectarine, with a punchy body, and a hint of tangerine acidity.
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      Highlights

      • Roast: Medium
      • Origin: Nkonge Hill, Burundi
      • Process: Washed
      • Varietal: Red Bourbon, Mibirizi

      Overview

      One of the smallest and poorest countries in East Africa, Burundi is rich with vibrant coffees and the team at Necessary are dedicated to equitable buying practices. This washed Red Bourbon lot is a pleasantly fruity representation of the region. We tasted stone fruit and nectarine, with a punchy body, and a hint of tangerine acidity.

      Details

      Bag Size: 11.5 oz (325 g)

      Roast: Medium

      Origin: Nkonge Hill, Burundi

      Elevation: 2000 - 2200 MASL

      Varietal: Red Bourbon, Mibirizi

      Process: Washed Roaster

      Roaster Tasting Notes: Berries, Molasses

      We Tasted: Stone Fruit, Nectarine

      Roasting Schedule

      All coffees are roasted to order and shipped direct from the roaster.

      Fellow's Unique Selection Process

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      About Necessary

      Necessary was founded by the team behind award-winning roaster Passenger to showcase delicious deep cuts from their producer partners. The coffee you find at specialty roasters represent a tiny subset of each farmer’s crop. Necessary provides a way for producers to sell more of their crop, with uniquely appealing, easy-drinking results, representing the iconic flavors of each growing region.

      Brewing Guidance by Necessary

      Pour-Over Recipe

      Using Stagg [X] Dripper

      Ratio: 15:1

      Coffee: 15g ground medium-fine (setting 3 on Ode Gen 1, setting 3-4 on Ode with SSP Burrs)

      Water: 225g at 210°F

      Steps: Pour 50g of water for bloom, then pour to 125g, final pour to 225g

      Total Brew Time: 2:45

       

      French Press Recipe

      Using Clara French

      Press Ratio: 14:1

      Coffee: 60g ground coarse (setting 5 on Ode with SSP Burrs)

      Water: 840g at 210°F

      Steps: Add coffee and water, then stir and replace lid.

      Let sit for 5 minutes and 30 seconds, then remove lid, break crust, and plunge gently.

       

      Espresso

      Recipe Dose: 20g

      Yield: 40g

      Brew Time: 28-35 seconds

      Pump Pressure: 7 bars

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