Kieni, 1kg

Full-bodied, clean, and sweet. Notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, and rhubarb.

Sourced from the renowned Kenya region, this 1kg offering of Kieni represents the meticulous sourcing standards of The Coffee Collective. Kenyan coffees are globally celebrated for their vibrant acidity and complex, fruit-forward profiles, often characterized by a distinct brightness that sets them apart in the specialty market. When evaluating such profiles, enthusiasts often look for the sharp, tart, and dark fruit qualities that define the region’s unique terroir.

The tasting notes for this specific lot—blackcurrant, blackberry, and rhubarb—align with the classic, high-toned characteristics frequently found in Nyeri-grown beans. To better understand how these specific descriptors fit into the broader spectrum of coffee sensory analysis, we recommend consulting the flavor wheel. By mapping these notes against the wheel, one can better appreciate the depth and nuance inherent in this Kenyan selection, which balances deep berry sweetness with the crisp, vegetal acidity of rhubarb.