Kenya Gakundu is an AA-grade washed coffee from the Embu region, grown at 1,600-1,800 meters altitude by 1,262 smallholder farmers organized through Gakundu Farmers Co-operative Society. The coffee is a blend of Batian, Ruiru 11, SL28, and SL34 varieties. Hand-sorted cherries undergo 24-36 hour fermentation, washing, and density grading before sun-drying on African beds for 12-20 days. The region's volcanic soil and proximity to Mount Kenya create ideal growing conditions.
Hundred House Coffee is a micro roastery in Munslow, in the Shropshire Hills on the Welsh Borders, founded by Matt Wade and Anabelle De Gersigny. Matt has over 20 years in the coffee industry: he is one of the UK's first licensed Q Graders, placed second at the 2009 Roasters Guild Competition in Portland, and previously served as head roaster at Union Hand Roasted and Coffee Planet. He also co founded Nightjar Coffee in the Middle East. The roastery sources predominantly from Africa and Central and South America, with a commitment to long term fair relationships with growers. A portion of sales supports creative community projects through their Art + Industry Programme.
