Kigari AA

History

Our relationship with Kigari spans three years, with coffee purchased in 2022, 2023 and 2026. Based in the highlands of Meru County, Kenya, Kigari brings together farmers across four wet mills, producing exceptional coffee at 1,600–1,900 masl. The cooperative is deeply committed to its farmers, providing access to pre-financing, farm inputs on credit, school-fee support and emergency funds, practical support that helps farming families invest in their futures and sustain coffee production year after year.

Kigari’s impact extends beyond the cup. The cooperative encourages farmers to integrate Grevillea and macadamia trees into their coffee farms, providing shade while supporting environmental conservation, and promotes diversified farming with bananas and maize. 

Kigari has a classic Kenyan character with a smooth everlasting acidity and notes of red fruit and pomegranate. 

Specifications

country kenya

region

meru county

producer kigari farmers cooperative society

variety

ruiru 11, sl 28, batian  

process

washed

altitude

1600-1900 masl

tasting notes

red fruit, pomegranate, black tea

Sourced from the Meru County region of Kenya, the Kigari AA is a testament to the meticulous standards maintained by the Kigari Farmers Cooperative Society. This lot features the Ruiru 11 varietal, a cultivar specifically developed for disease resistance while maintaining the bright, acidic profile often associated with the region. By utilizing washed processing, the producers emphasize a clean, crisp cup profile that allows the inherent characteristics of the bean to shine through.

Roasted by Prolog Coffee, this selection highlights the vibrant, tea-like qualities frequently found in high-grown Kenyan coffees. The resulting cup offers a nuanced experience defined by red fruit and pomegranate notes, balanced by a distinct black tea finish. For those looking to further explore the descriptors found in this coffee, the flavor wheel serves as an excellent resource for identifying the complex layers present in this specific harvest.