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Rianjagi - Kenya

Roasted by The Mad Priest Coffee Roasters

This light roast, washed Kenyan coffee offers complex notes of blackcurrant, grapefruit, and brown sugar sweetness.

Rianjagi - Kenya — The Mad Priest Coffee Roasters
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Blackcurrantgrapefruitbrown sugar sweetness

From the roaster

A light roast, washed coffee from Rianjagi Washing Station in Embu County, Kenya, grown at 1,600 to 1,700 masl. Blackcurrant, grapefruit, and brown sugar sweetness, juicy and complex. SL28, SL34, and Batian varieties grown by a cooperative of over 2,500 smallholder farmers, the majority women.

— The Mad Priest Coffee Roasters

Context

Sourced from the Rianjagi Washing Station in Embu County, this Kenyan offering represents the meticulous standards of the region. Washed coffees from this area are often celebrated for their vibrant acidity and clean, structured profiles, which allow the inherent characteristics of the bean to shine. The Mad Priest Coffee Roasters have highlighted notes of blackcurrant, grapefruit, and brown sugar sweetness in this specific lot, showcasing the classic brightness associated with Kenya · Embu County.

The processing methods employed at the washing station are essential to achieving this clarity, as the removal of the fruit pulp before drying helps emphasize the crisp, citrus-forward qualities typical of the region. When evaluating these distinct flavor profiles, drinkers may find it helpful to consult the flavor wheel to better identify the nuances between the tart grapefruit acidity and the underlying brown sugar sweetness present in the cup.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Rianjagi - Kenya grown?

Rianjagi - Kenya, roasted by The Mad Priest Coffee Roasters, is sourced from Nyeri, Kenya.

What does Rianjagi - Kenya taste like?

Expect tasting notes of Blackcurrant, grapefruit, and brown sugar sweetness.

How is Rianjagi - Kenya processed?

Rianjagi - Kenya uses the Washed process.

What roast level is Rianjagi - Kenya?

It is roasted to a light level.

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