FILTER - Kenya Kirinyaga KIANGOI AA

• Citrus acidity & florals

• Super duper clean cup

Washing Station: Kiangoi Factory

Processing: Washed

Variety: SL 28 & 34 and a bit of Ruiru 11

Importer: Sucafina Specialty

Rob says: After a long hiatus spanning ten years, the beloved Filter coffee of 2014, KIANGOI, made its triumphant return to the scene two years ago, and here it is once again!

This AA lot of Kiangoi is a dynamic cup, with big sweetness, fresh fruits, and floral complexity. In the nose you find sweet notes like honey and brown sugar, along with baked fruits such as peach and cherry. It has a nice vanilla flavor, adding depth to its already rich profile, which works well with emergence of sweet citrus notes reminiscent of mandarin and blood orange dancing gratefully in the finish.

The FILTER - Kenya Kirinyaga KIANGOI AA represents a classic expression of the Kirinyaga region, a territory renowned for producing coffees with vibrant, high-toned profiles. Produced by the Kiangoi Factory, this lot features the SL 28 varietal, which is widely celebrated for its ability to translate complex, bright acidity into the cup. Because this coffee undergoes a washed process, the inherent characteristics of the bean are highlighted with exceptional clarity, allowing the delicate interplay of citrus, stone fruit, and floral aromatics to take center stage.

When evaluating a coffee of this caliber, tasters often look for a balance between its sharp, mandarin-like acidity and the deeper, sweeter notes of honey and brown sugar. To better understand how these specific descriptors align with broader sensory categories, you may wish to consult the flavor wheel. This Caffènation selection offers a refined experience that showcases the meticulous post-harvest practices typical of high-quality Kenyan production.