Region: Bujumbura
Washing station: Migoti
Altitude: 1700 – 1900 masl
Coffee varieties: Red Bourbon
Process: Washed Process
Drying: Raised bed
Cupping notes: Green Tea, Cranberry, Lemon
Cupping score: 86.75
Migoti Coffee is a specialty coffee producer located on Migoti Mountain in Burundi, about 30 kilometers from Bujumbura. Founded in 2015 by engineers Dan Brose and Pontien Ntunzwenimana.
The company operates two washing stations between 1700 and 1900 meters above sea level, serving a community of over 50,000 people. These stations produce high-quality Arabica coffee, mainly from the Red Bourbon cultivar, known for its excellent flavor profile
In addition to coffee, Migoti Coffee has launched an essential oils initiative. The company provides farmers with seeds for crops such as lemongrass, eucalyptus, and artemisia, which can be grown alongside coffee plants. These crops provide an additional income stream, as Migoti buys the harvested plants and processes them into essential oils. This diversification helps stabilize farmers’ incomes between coffee harvest seasons and increases the resilience of their farming practices.
In 2024, Migoti Coffee began constructing a water reservoir and pipe network near the Kinama washing station to address local water access issues. The project includes a 50 cubic meter reservoir and a hydraulic ram pump to transport water uphill to supply nearby communities. The initiative, expected to serve over 4,800 residents, will provide clean drinking water to local families, reduce waterborne diseases, and support better educational outcomes for girls who typically shoulder the responsibility of fetching water.