AB Kithungururu

The Kithungururu Factory is located in Embu County, Kenya. The factory serves local smallholder farmers who cultivate SL 28, SL 34, and Ruiru 11 varieties and deliver their cherries to the wet mill during the harvest season. Training and support is provided to the farmers to help push quality each harvest. Farmers are encouraged to follow recommended production practices, including pruning, weeding, fertilization, mulching, and disease management, resulting in incredibly consistent, delicious coffee year after year.

The AB Kithungururu, sourced from the Kithungururu Factory in Kenya’s Embu County, represents the meticulous processing standards characteristic of the region. Coffees from Kenya · Embu County are frequently celebrated for their vibrant acidity and complex, layered profiles, which often challenge the boundaries of the flavor wheel. By focusing on the specific output of the Kithungururu Factory, this selection highlights the distinct terroir found within this high-elevation landscape.

Roasted by Bonanza Coffee Roasters, this lot reflects a commitment to highlighting the inherent qualities of Kenyan production. While Kenyan coffees are traditionally known for their bright, wine-like characteristics and intense sweetness, the specific profile of any given lot is shaped by the unique conditions of its harvest. This offering serves as a focused study of the Kithungururu Factory’s contribution to the broader landscape of Kenyan specialty coffee, providing a clear expression of its origin’s potential.