Rwanda Sholi Women's Lot

FARM/CO-OP: Sholi Cooperative
REGION: Muhanga District, Southern Province
ORIGIN: Rwanda
VARIETY: Bourbon
PROCESSING METHOD: Natural
ELEVATION: 1,800m

TASTE: Strawberry | Sweet Cream | Sangria

ROAST: Medium Light

In the Muhanga District of Rwanda's Southern Province, Abateraninkunga ba Sholi ("Sholi") Cooperative has been producing coffee and working to uplift their community for nearly a decade. Their name means "Mutual Assistance," which speaks to the cooperative's commitment not only to growing great coffee, but to the care and support of their entire community. The origins of the Sholi Cooperative are found in a women's association in the community called "Kundwa", meaning "love", and today over a third of Sholi's members are women. OZO is proud to be partnering with Sholi for the third year in a row in celebration of the women in the coffee industry in all areas of the supply chain. 

This year, in support of the women of Sholi, 100% of whole bean sales on March 13th, 2026 will go back to the women of Sholi to promote their initiatives to grow and diversify their cooperative. Last year, we were able to raise over $2,000 to foster the development of educational programs for young women and youth in agriculture. These resources allowed for more access to education surrounding coffee growing and production, composting and sustainability initiatives, quality assurance, and even business management and marketing strategies. It is such a privilege to be able to work with this group and continue this giveback for a third year. This year's women's lot is a naturally processed bourbon with bright notes of strawberry and sangria, balanced with a sweet, lactic body.

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