TASTING NOTES: Raspberry, Pineapple, Caramel PROCESS: Natural VARIETALS: Red Bourbon
Rwanda Trading Company (RTC) was established in 2009 with the goal of fostering positive social change. The organization focuses on providing economic freedom and security for smallholder farmers by building resilient and transparent supply chains. RTC is responsible for processing and exporting 25% of Rwanda’s annual coffee production and more than 80% of their coffee is fully traceable to the farmer.
Traveling to Mwito Central Washing Station is the most time-consuming journey among all the Rwanda Trading Company washing stations. Since RTC took over the mill in 2017, local farmers have experienced the challenges of their remote location. However, after appreciating the breathtaking scenery by Lake Kivu and the farmers' commitment to cultivating high-quality coffee, RTC sought to bring positive change to the area.