What Makes Burundi Specialty Coffee Unique & What Roast is Suitable for Burundi Coffee Beans

Burundi coffee is hailed as the Cinderella story of the coffee world, only recently gaining recognition for its quality and flavor. When coffee was first cultivated in Burundi in the 1960s, unfortunately, the crop was not fully utilized, contributing to the world of generic commodity coffee. Burundi coffee brings focus to the development and evolution process of coffee.

With its unique flavor profile, Burundi stands out among other African coffees for its complex flavor characteristics. This smooth and balanced coffee features bright pomegranate notes and finishes with clean sugarcane undertones. If you haven't tried Burundi coffee yet and wish to experience it, you can find your preferred Burundi coffee at FrontStreet Coffee's specialty coffee selection.

When brewing Burundi coffee, we recommend using the Kono pour-over dripper.

Although pour-over coffee requires more preparation time and equipment, you'll notice a significant difference in taste, experiencing more floral notes and delicate flavors! While using a French press might be easier, pour-over methods like Chemex will provide your coffee with unique and delicious flavors that a French press cannot achieve.

Burundi Coffee Roasting

The delicate flavors and balance of this coffee make it ideal for medium roasting—roasted just enough to bring out the flavors without overwhelming them with dark roasts or espresso-style preparations. Purchasing fresh coffee from professional craft coffee roasters who import green coffee beans means you'll experience the best flavors within days of roasting. Burundi is best enjoyed as a single-origin coffee experience, but its distinctive flavors make it an excellent addition to any blend or brand.

Quick Burundi Coffee Facts

750k – Number of families who depend on coffee as their primary source of income

80% – Burundi's export revenue comes from coffee

Early 1960s – Coffee was first cultivated in Burundi