Red Gates • Rwanda • Seasonal Single Origin

Jammy Blackberries | Sweet & Sour

Origin: Rwanda, Tumba 407
Varietal: Red Boubon
Altitude: 1,776 meters above sea level
Process: Natural

Red Gates is the name we give to our micro-lots sourced from Rwanda - the bean may change but we always try to highlight those extra-special flavours that come from this coffee producing region.

Roasted Light to place emphasis on the acidicty of these deeply sweet Rwandan beans. Souced from Tumba Washing Station where coffee cherries are merticulously sorted and dried on raised beds inspired by traditional African designs, optimising airflow for consistent drying - making for a sweet brew.

About the producer

Nestled in Rwanda's scenic Rulindo District at 1,776 meters, Tumba washing station is a dedicated hub for premium coffee production. Operating since 2008, Tumba’s small team of 12 full-time staff, supported by nearly 95 seasonal workers during peak times, ensures quality at every stage. With contributions from around 1,650 local farmers, Tumba yielded 290,000 kilograms of coffee cherry in 2022. Each cherry undergoes meticulous sorting, and those selected are dried on raised beds inspired by traditional African designs, optimizing airflow for consistent drying. This process, combined with an ideal climate, enables Tumba to operate year-round.

The station’s owner, Venuste, a former school teacher, brings his father’s legacy in coffee and his own precision to the station, ensuring each batch meets the highest standards. His focus on quality and community sets Tumba apart, making it a renowned source of rich, distinctive Rwandan coffee.

About the name

Named after the infamous party warehouse in Hackney Wick, Red Gates is a nod to the wild nights that once defined the area. The first Rwandan beans we roasted under this name had tasting notes of raspberry hubba bubba, which reminded us of people chewing their faces off at those all-nighters. These days, it’s more of a nod to a party in your mouth.

Based on Fish Island, Red Gates was legendary for its parties just a few years back, before Hackney Wick turned into a block of new builds. It's a little taste of that rebellious spirit in every cup.