Rwanda Marie's Coffee Filter

by Rumble Coffee Roasters

Always a treat, this coffee is sweet and tea-like with clean, citrus flavours. Born in 1955 and widowed in the horrific Rwandan genocide, Marie was faced with the responsibility of caring for her five surviving children. Showing incredible courage, she began pouring her energy into coffee production, including this rare Rwandan single producer lot. We paid 98% above the Fair Trade price for this coffee - learn why here. Since meeting her this year, Rumble founder Matt has been lucky enough to spend some time with Marie. Visiting her house and hearing Marie's life story was moving to say the least. At Rumble, we regard Marie as a true force and inspiration to us all. We can’t wait for you to taste the incredible result of her passion for both life and coffee. Typically, Rwandan washing stations receive cherries from hundreds (and sometimes thousands) of farmers who own very small plots of land. Separation of such tiny lots is near impossible - and not at all practical. As a result, most