Kenya · Light
Kenya Gatomboya AB [Light roast]
Roasted by Kurasu
Kenya Gatomboya AB light roast with grapefruit, red currant and floral notes.
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From the roaster
Floral aroma, taste of grapefruit, red currant and black tea, cane sugar-like sweetness and accompanying aftertaste.
Our first roasting day for this coffee: 2026/June/3(Wed)
*1kg packaging will be in our wholesale bags.
— Kurasu
Context
Kenya Gatomboya AB arrives as a light roast from Kurasu, capturing the bright, delicate character often associated with high-quality Kenyan coffees. The lot showcases a compelling interplay of floral aromatics paired with stone fruit and red berry notes—grapefruit and red currant—alongside a subtle black tea character that suggests refined complexity. The roaster identifies a cane sugar-like sweetness, contributing body and balance to the cup.
Light roasts like this one preserve the origin's inherent clarity, allowing the Kenyan terroir to express itself across multiple flavor registers. Whether you're exploring the intersection of fruit and florality or seeking a tea-like elegance in your morning cup, this lot offers a vivid snapshot of what the variety and processing style can deliver. Use the flavor wheel to map your own tasting experience.
In the Encyclopedia
Frequently asked questions
Where is Kenya Gatomboya AB [Light roast] grown?
Kenya Gatomboya AB [Light roast], roasted by Kurasu, is sourced from Nyeri, Kenya.
What does Kenya Gatomboya AB [Light roast] taste like?
Expect tasting notes of floral aroma, grapefruit, red currant, black tea, and cane sugar-like sweetness.
What roast level is Kenya Gatomboya AB [Light roast]?
It is roasted to a light level.
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