This single-origin Rwanda coffee comes from the Gakenke region in the Northern Province, produced by 15 smallholders. The Red Bourbon varietal undergoes a meticulous washed process including sorting, floating, depulping, fermentation, skin drying, and parabolic drying over 28 days. The coffee exhibits bright notes of key lime, marshmallow, and green apple with a complex flavor profile, pillowy body, and balanced acidity.
Shoebox Coffee Roasters is a Chicago based micro roastery focused on light roast profiles that emphasize acidity, complexity, and fruit forward flavors. Founded by Maxwell, who previously roasted for Jimmy Beans, the operation is built around sourcing and small batch production. Shoebox conducts origin trips to build direct relationships with farmers, including work with Hacienda La Papaya in Saraguro, Ecuador, sourcing varietals like Mejorado, Sidra, and Geisha. New coffee drops are released every Sunday, roasted and shipped fresh. It is a young roastery that has quickly earned a following in the specialty coffee community for the quality and intentionality of its sourcing.
