Kenya Gaturiri AA

Since cupping this coffee in Kenya in January, we've been anxiously counting down the days until we could taste it again. We hoped it would arrive as amazing as it was tasting at origin and it 100% is! Upon brewing, a dynamic, layered sweetness overwhelms your palate with intense notes of raspberry, pink grapefruit, apple and black currant. As it cools, the cup is clean and refreshing, with a complex citrus acidity and heavy mouthfeel. 

The Gaturiri Factory, located in the Nyeri region of Kenya, processes coffee from around 1,100 small producers. Gaturiri has gained a very good reputation for consistently producing top quality coffee with their emphases on cherry selection, proper washing and soaking and long, slow drying.

Sourced from the Gaturiri Factory in the Nyeri region, this Kenya Gaturiri AA represents the classic profile often associated with high-quality Kenyan production. The Nyeri area is renowned for its unique terroir, which frequently contributes to the vibrant acidity and complex fruit characteristics found in these lots. As a washed coffee, this selection emphasizes a clean, bright cup profile, allowing the distinct notes of raspberry, pink grapefruit, apple, and black currant to shine with clarity.

When evaluating such a bright, fruit-forward profile, many enthusiasts find it helpful to reference a flavor wheel to better identify the nuances of these specific berry and citrus descriptors. This particular offering is roasted by Case Coffee Roasters, who have carefully developed the roast to highlight the inherent brightness of the beans. Whether you are a seasoned aficionado or a curious newcomer, this coffee serves as a quintessential example of the bright, acidic, and fruit-driven character that defines the region.