It’s time to plan for Rwanda!

Next month, MCM is heading back to Rwanda. While in the country, Beau and Rafa will spend time with our dear friends at Dukunde Kawa and Maraba Cooperatives, cupping and selecting coffees from the current harvest, which will land in Australia later this year. Before we head off, we want to hear from you to help us build our buying brief and accurately plan for the 2025/26 season!

Every time we travel to Rwanda, we are moved and inspired by the warmth and generosity of its people and their pioneering approach to coffee production. While in the country, the team will cup and select this season’s offerings with our long-time exporting partner, RWASHOSCCO, who connects us to the Dukunde Kawa and Maraba Cooperatives. This year’s harvest is off to a great start, because good weather has led to increased yields and cherry of excellent quality. After last year’s exceptional crop, we’re eager to taste through the latest season. Once we hit the cupping table, we’ll be looking for clean washed lots, with a refined acidity, rich sweetness and complex florals.

What we’re most looking forward to during the trip, is spending time on the road with our producing partners. We can’t wait to see Dukunde Kawa’s Musasa Early Childhood Development Centre in action, following last year’s successful Supporting Strong Women fundraising campaign. When visiting the Southern Province, we’re excited to strengthen our relationship with Maraba Cooperative, and to learn more about their ongoing social initiatives.

We’re looking forward to a busy, fun-filled and educational trip, with loads of great coffees to taste. Whether you would like to feature a particular offering you have loved in the past, or to brief us in on your preferred flavour profile, regional characteristics or intended volumes, our team is on hand to discuss your needs.