2025 Anthony Kimani; Kibingo, AA Separation - Kenya

This was our highest-scoring Kenyan selection of the year—and it also won Kenya’s Taste of Harvest competition. In the cup we find blackberry, plum, starfruit, and rose.

The 2025 Anthony Kimani, sourced from the Kibingo region of Kenya, represents a meticulous AA separation produced by Anthony Kimani. Roasted by Sey Coffee, this lot highlights the distinct profile often associated with high-quality Kenyan exports. Coffees from Kenya · Kibingo are frequently celebrated for their vibrant acidity and complex, fruit-forward character. In this specific offering, the roaster identifies notes of blackberry, plum, starfruit, and rose.

When evaluating such nuanced profiles, it is helpful to reference a flavor wheel to better categorize the interplay between the bright, stone-fruit acidity and the delicate floral aromatics present in the cup. While Kenyan coffees are traditionally processed using the washed method to emphasize clarity and structural intensity, the specific expression of these notes can vary significantly based on the unique micro-climate of the Kibingo region. This selection offers a refined look at the current output from one of the country's most respected growing areas.