Ex Animo Kenya Kivanga AA *Filter*

Roaster's Tasting Notes: Jammy / Lemon Meringue / Powdered Sugar Varieties: SL28 / SL34  Process: Washed Roast Date: October 7 200g / 7oz

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Sourced from the 7.5-hectare Kivanga Estate in Embu County, Kenya, this exceptional washed lot is meticulously managed by producer Morris Njagi. Situated at an elevation of 1,750 meters above sea level, the estate operates its own washing station and is renowned in the region for cultivating high-quality SL-28 and SL-34 varieties. During the harvest, the coffee is carefully hand-picked at peak ripeness, sorted, and floated before being pulped. It is then fermented in open tanks, thoroughly washed to remove all mucilage, and slowly dried on raised beds for 14 to 21 days, where it is consistently rotated and hand-sorted to guarantee top physical quality. Since 2015, Kivanga Estate has partnered with Kamavindi Coffee through the Kushikamana project—meaning "connected" in Swahili—to continuously elevate their coffee quality and forge strong relationships with international buyers.

Produced by Morris Njagi in the Embu County region of Kenya, the Ex Animo Kenya Kivanga AA is a washed-process offering from Revolver Coffee. This lot features the SL28 varietal, a plant selection historically celebrated for its distinct acidity and complex profile. By utilizing the washed process, producers typically aim to highlight the inherent clarity and brightness of the bean, allowing the specific terroir of the 1750 masl site to shine through in the cup.

When evaluating coffees with these characteristics, enthusiasts often look for the interplay between vibrant acidity and sweetness. The roaster’s notes of jammy fruit, lemon meringue, and powdered sugar suggest a profile that balances citrus-forward brightness with a delicate, sugary finish. To better understand how these specific descriptors align with broader sensory profiles, you can consult the flavor wheel to identify the nuances that define high-quality Kenyan filter coffees.