Karii AA, Kenya, Washed
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Tangerine, apricot and caramel
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COFFEE PROFILE
This Washed SL28 and SL34 coffee offers a complex and rich flavour profile with notes of tangerine, apricot, and toffee. The taste strikes a harmonious balance between sweetness and tartness, creating a distinctive and delightful experience for any coffee enthusiast in search of a unique espresso.
| TASTES LIKE | Tangerine, apricot and caramel |
| ROAST | Espresso |
Story
This Washed SL28 and SL34 lot is a high-quality coffee grown in Nyeri County, Kenya’s Central Highlands, known for its rich volcanic soil and ideal coffee-growing conditions. Cultivated at elevations between 1,400 to 2,000 meters above sea level, the coffee benefits from cool temperatures and nutrient-rich soil. Produced by smallholder farmers in cooperatives like the Othaya Farmers’ Cooperative Society, Karii AA features the SL28 and SL34 varieties, renowned for their exceptional cup quality. The coffee undergoes a traditional washed process, with ripe cherries pulped, fermented for 12 to 48 hours, washed, and dried on raised African beds for 2 to 3 weeks. This meticulous processing results in bright acidity, full body, and notes of ripe fruit, making Karii AA one of the most sought-after Kenyan coffees in the specialty market.
| PRODUCER | Othaya Farmers' Cooperative Society |
| REGION | Nyeri County |
| VARIETAL | SL28 and SL34 |
| PROCESS | Washed |
| ALTITUDE | 1600-2000 masl |
Origin
Nyeri County, Kenya
Founded in 1956, the Othaya Farmers' Cooperative Society (OFCS) is located in Othaya Town, Nyeri County, 150 kilometers north of Nairobi. Situated between Mount Kenya and the Aberdare Ranges at 1,828 meters above sea level, the region is renowned for its high-quality Arabica coffee. Initially consisting of 250 farmers, OFCS has grown to 16,162 members by 2022, managing around 2 million coffee bushes across 19 factories.
OFCS prioritises sustainable farming and environmental conservation. It maintains coffee nurseries offering disease-resistant varieties like Ruiru 11 and Batian. Investments include metal drying tables for better coffee quality and infrastructure improvements like bridges for community access. The cooperative also supports local initiatives such as children's homes and medical camps in collaboration with Aga Khan Hospital. In 2012, OFCS achieved Fairtrade certification, expanding its global market reach.
The cooperative has also established a certified nursery, providing farmers with affordable disease-resistant seedlings to boost crop resilience and yield. With its focus on quality and sustainability, OFCS is a leading producer of Kenyan Arabica coffee, improving farmers' incomes and contributing to Othaya's socio-economic development.
BREW GUIDE
How to get the best tasting cup
NOTE THESE ARE A STARTING POINT AND INDICATE A RANGE TO WORK WITHIN
| Age Best Used | 10-25 days after roast |
| Brew Parameters | Dose 20.3g in the portafilter to extract 43g in the cups in 22 seconds at 93.5 degrees C. |
| Best Freeze Date | 10-14 days after roast |
