Rwanda Gatare is a washed coffee from the Nyamasheke District, sourced from the historic Gatare washing station established in 2003. Grown at 1,500–2,000 meters altitude, this Heirloom Bourbon variety displays vibrant flavor characteristics including black mulberry, amber honey, blackcurrant, and gingerbread notes. The coffee is processed at Gatare station using a McKinnon disc pulper, with parchment dried on raised beds for 15–22 days before milling. A light roast emphasizes its floral aromatics and layered sweetness.
Color Coffee Roasters is the brainchild of Charlie Gundlach, who turned his backyard roasting obsession into a legit operation in Eagle, Colorado, back in 2016. They’re pretty geeky about the science, hence the name Color, which links specific tasting notes to actual colors in a spectrum. Yet, they keep the vibe super chill and approachable for everyone while hunting for that perfect sweet spot on their energy-efficient Loring roaster to let the natural terroir really pop. Plus, they’re big on sustainability and transparency, so you can feel good about drinking a cup that’s as kind to the planet as it is tasty.
