This coffee is from the Karani Factory, part of the Kabare Farmers Cooperative Society, located in the Kirinyaga region of Kenya. The coffee is grown at elevations between 1,600 and 1,800 meters above sea level. It features a washed processing method and is harvested in 2025. The coffee showcases Kenya's distinctive characteristics with crisp acidity, structured sweetness, and a deep, wine-like fruit profile. The flavor profile includes vibrant notes of blackcurrant and blackberry, complemented by floral aromatics, white grape brightness, and a lingering candy finish. Varieties include SL-28, SL-34, Ruiru-11, and Batian.
Memli Coffee Lab is a boutique roastery in San Marcos, California, founded in 2019 by Mehmet Sogan, the 2024 United States Cup Tasters Champion. The name draws from Mehmet's Turkish heritage. The lab centres on sensory experience, transparency, and education, treating each roast as an exercise in revealing a coffee's full character.
