This coffee is produced by the Iyego Farmers' Cooperative Society at the Marimira washing station, established in 1966 on the slopes of the Aberdare Range in Kenya at 1500-1700 meters altitude. Approximately 600 smallholder farmers cultivate coffee in the region, growing SL28, SL34, Batian, and Ruiru 11 varieties in fertile red volcanic soils. The slow and even cherry development, supported by consistent rainfall and mild temperatures, contributes to the coffee's vibrancy and complexity. The washing station is situated in a biodiverse environment surrounded by indigenous forest.
Round Hill Roastery has been roasting in Radstock, a few miles south of Bath in Somerset, since 2012, when third wave specialty coffee was still in its early days in the UK. The focus from the start has been single farm and single estate coffees, sourcing the best seasonal harvests from independent growers and cooperatives and paying a premium for distinctive character. Roast profiles are designed to highlight the dynamic flavours naturally present in each coffee. Packaging is colour coded: blue bags for filter, pink for espresso. The roastery is open for tours where visitors can watch the roasting, taste the house blend, and learn about sourcing.
