KENIA GICHERORI AA

About This Coffee

This coffee originates from the Gicherori Factory in the Embu region of Kenya, operated by the Kibugu Farmers Cooperative Society with over 1,200 active members. It is processed using traditional Kenyan methods with dry fermentation, careful washing, and drying on raised African beds. The coffee features SL28, SL34, Batian, and Ruiru11 varieties grown on volcanic soils in a cool highland climate. Flavor notes include caramel, blackcurrant, dried tomatoes, grapefruit, green tea, herbs, lemon juice, ginger cookie, and cacao nibs. The AA grade indicates the bean size classification.

Origin

Embu (Kenya)

Flavor Notes

Caramelized, Grapefruit, Herb-like, Blackcurrant, Dried Tomato, Green Tea, Lemon Juice, Ginger, Cacao Nib

Roast Level

Medium

Processing

Washed

Typology

Arabica

SL-28, SL-34, Batian, Ruiru-11

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Alt Wien Kaffee

Operating since 2000 from Schleifmuhlgasse in Vienna's Wieden district near the Naschmarkt, Alt Wien Kaffee is a roastery with deep roots in the city's coffee tradition. They roast daily in small 12 kilogram batches, and every roast is handpicked following traditional methods, yielding over 40 varieties that span strong and dry to mild and fruity. The lineup includes both Arabica and Robusta blends, with several organic and fair trade certified options among the 14 or so types of coffee available at any time. All beans are roasted naturally without additives, and there is a tasting bar where customers can try freshly roasted coffee on the spot. The roastery appeals equally to traditionalists and more adventurous coffee drinkers, and the knowledgeable baristas are known for guiding people through the range with genuine expertise.

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