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Kenya Kaganda AA

Roasted by Klatch Coffee

This lively, complex single origin coffee features notes of sweet toffee, black currant, lemon, molasses, and yuzu.

Kenya Kaganda AA — Klatch Coffee
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From the roaster

Discover the vibrant character of our Kenya Kaganda AA single origin. This lively, complex cup opens with aromas of sun-dried tomato, chocolate, and molasses, followed by flavor notes of sweet toffee, deep savory black currant, and bright lemon. A balanced medium body and velvety mouthfeel bring it all together, with undertones of molasses and yuzu leading into a clean, sweet finish.

A Roastmaster’s Obsession Kenyan isn’t just any coffee, they're also Roastmaster Mike Perry’s all-time favorite! Our Kenyan coffees are so good, he brings home 3 lbs every week. Mike is constantly in pursuit of great Kenyan coffees - if you’re looking for a next-level cup of joe, Kenya is the single origin that Mike brews for himself, again and again.

— Klatch Coffee

Context

The Kenya Kaganda AA, roasted by Klatch Coffee, represents the distinct profile often associated with the Kenya Nyeri region. Coffees from this area are frequently celebrated for their vibrant acidity and complex, layered sweetness. In this specific lot, the cup profile balances deep, viscous notes of sweet toffee and molasses against the bright, citrus-forward character of lemon and yuzu, rounded out by the signature black currant notes common to high-quality Kenyan exports.

When evaluating such a diverse range of flavors, it is helpful to reference the flavor wheel to better categorize the interplay between the darker, sugar-browning notes and the sharp, fruit-driven acidity. While Kenyan coffees are traditionally processed using the washed method to highlight their clarity and sparkling acidity, the resulting cup remains one of the most recognizable and sought-after profiles in the specialty coffee industry.

Buy — $24.95 from Klatch Coffee

In the Encyclopedia

Frequently asked questions

Where is Kenya Kaganda AA grown?

Kenya Kaganda AA, roasted by Klatch Coffee, is sourced from Nyeri, Kenya.

What does Kenya Kaganda AA taste like?

Expect tasting notes of sweet toffee, black currant, lemon, molasses, and yuzu.

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