Wahundura, Kenya

PROFILE: Zesty and Wild WITH NOTES OF Plum Jam, Pink Grapefruit, Toffee ROAST: Medium Roast For Espresso Brewing

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ABOUT

Wahundura Factory is one of four wet mills run by the Kamacharia Farmers’ Cooperative Society (FCS), located in Murang’a County. Over 1,100 smallholder farmers contribute ripe cherries to Wahundura, cultivating Ruiru 11 and SL28 varieties at elevations between 1,600 and 1,800 meters above sea level.

We selected this AA grade for its vibrant, zesty flavour profile — a standout cup that brings more than just high scores. It adds depth, complexity, and a lively character to our 2025 Kenya lineup. Last year, we took a break from releasing any Kenyan coffees as espresso, but this season we’re excited to bring Wahundura back into the fold. It’s featured both in our hoppers and on our retail shelves as an espresso roast — and we think it’s probably our highest-scoring espresso in over a year. Bright, layered, and expressive, it’s a perfect match for those who love their black coffee bold and full of personality.

SOURCING

ORIGIN: Kiiraini, Murang’a, Kenya PRODUCER: 1100 members VARIETIES: Ruiru 11, SL-28 PROCESS: Fully Washed ALTITUDE: 1600 - 1800 masl PARTNERS: KenyaCof QUALITY SCORE: 87 HISTORY: Second year of purchasing LOT SIZE: 330kgs HARVEST: November to January

Sourced from the Kiiraini region of Murang’a, this Kenya · Kiiraini, Murang’a offering from Seven Seeds highlights the distinct character of the Ruiru 11 varietal. Grown at elevations between 1600 and 1800 meters, the coffee is managed by the Kamacharia Farmers’ Cooperative Society. It undergoes a fully washed method, a technique often employed in the region to emphasize clean, vibrant acidity and structural clarity.

In the cup, the profile presents a balance of deep sweetness and bright citrus, characterized by notes of plum jam, pink grapefruit, and toffee. While individual lots vary, washed coffees from this region are frequently celebrated for their crisp, refined profiles. To better understand how these specific descriptors align with broader sensory categories, you can reference the flavor wheel. This lot serves as a compelling example of the meticulous processing standards maintained by the cooperative in Murang’a.