R.D.C. Bahavu LAVE

Bahavu – A balanced coffee from Lake Kivu

Technical sheet

Origin: Democratic Republic of Congo
Region: Idjwi Island – Lake Kivu
Altitude: 1,450 – 2,000 m
Varieties: Bourbon, Catimor
Species: Arabica
Process: Washed
Drying: 14–21 days on African beds
Harvest: March to Jun

Roast profile: Omni (filter & espresso)

Tasting notes: Berries, almond, sweet spices

About this coffee

Coffee grown on Idjwi Island, in Lake Kivu in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, benefits from a unique natural environment. The island’s altitude, ranging from 1,450 to 2,000 meters, combined with rich clay-limestone soils and a temperate tropical climate, provides ideal conditions for coffee cultivation.

Coffee cherries are hand-picked by local farmers and processed using the traditional washed method. After pulping and fermentation, the beans are washed and then dried for 14 to 21 days on raised African beds, ensuring slow and even drying.

The cup profile is well balanced, with a soft and controlled acidity and a rich mouthfeel. Flavours reveal notes of berries, almond and gentle spices, supported by a pleasant and lasting finish.

Coffee production on Idjwi Island also plays a key role in supporting local communities and contributing to the economic development of the region.