A washed coffee from Muranga, Kenya, produced by 3,500 smallholders organized through the New Murarandia Farmers Cooperative Society. The coffee is a field blend of SL-28, SL-34, Batian, and Ruiru varieties. It undergoes extended fermentation in washing channels (12-48 hours initial wash, followed by 12-72 hours additional fermentation) before being dried on raised beds in parchment. The cup presents bright white grape and Pinot Grigio-like white wine notes with oolong tea and subtle jasmine florals as it cools, characterized by prominent clean acidity throughout.
Origin
Muranga (Kenya)
Flavor Notes
Jasmine, Pinot Grigio, White Grape, White Wine, Oolong Tea
Shoebox Coffee Roasters is a Chicago based micro roastery focused on light roast profiles that emphasize acidity, complexity, and fruit forward flavors. Founded by Maxwell, who previously roasted for Jimmy Beans, the operation is built around sourcing and small batch production. Shoebox conducts origin trips to build direct relationships with farmers, including work with Hacienda La Papaya in Saraguro, Ecuador, sourcing varietals like Mejorado, Sidra, and Geisha. New coffee drops are released every Sunday, roasted and shipped fresh. It is a young roastery that has quickly earned a following in the specialty coffee community for the quality and intentionality of its sourcing.
