Last updated: 2026-09-10T08:12:00.356Z

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From $19.00/10.6oz

**Process:** [Washed](https://www.coffeelist.co/insights/processing-method/washed)

**Region:** [Muhanga, Rwanda 🇷🇼](https://www.coffeelist.co/insights/region/a19773fd-e44a-4158-a32a-1a0987d46736)

**Variety:** [Bourbon](https://www.coffeelist.co/insights/variety/bourbon)

**Altitude:** 1700-2000 masl

**Recommended for:** Espresso

## What the Brand Says

> Tastes Like HoneyOrangeRed Apple Description Grown by member farmers of the Sholi Cooperative in Rwanda’s highland Muhanga District, this fully washed Bourbon highlights the region’s signature clarity and sweetness. Handpicked up to 2,000 metres and carefully fermented, it delivers a bright, fruit-forward cup. As this year’s North Star Espresso (medium), expect orange and red apple up front, finished with smooth honeyed sweetness and a clean, tea-like lift. You might be also interested in - North Star Espresso Bundle - North Star Filter Bundle

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# North Star Espresso

No longer available

10.6oz

$19.00

($28.68/lbs)

5lb

$135.00

($27.00/lbs)

## Profile

### Taste characteristics

**Body:** 54/100 — Light & tea-like (0) to Full-bodied & creamy (100)

**Acidity:** 70/100 — Soft (0) to Bright & acidic (100)

**Sweetness:** 69/100 — Less sweet (0) to Very sweet (100)

**Bitterness:** 45/100 — Subtle bitterness (0) to Pronounced bitterness (100)

**Character:** 5/100 — Conventional (0) to Funky & novel (100)

**Roast level:** Medium — 4/7, from Extra light (1) to Extra dark (7)

## Tasting Notes

Honey

Orange

Red apple

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