Kirinyaga, Kenya

From the slopes of Mount Kenya Grown by smallholder farmers Washed & sun-dried at high altitude Harvested by hand

Bright, juicy, and unmistakably Kenyan

Kenya Kinyaga

Bergamont, Berries, Lemongrass, chocolate
LE 450.00
Harvest Oct - dec
1800m above sea level
Growing region Kirinyaga
Variety SL28
Washed process
Roast
Grind
Size (g)
LE 450.00 EGP
LE 427.50 EGP

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LE 450.00 EGP
LE 427.50 EGP

Auto-renews, skip or cancel anytime.

LE 450.00 EGP
LE 427.50 EGP

Auto-renews, skip or cancel anytime.

LE 450.00 EGP
LE 427.50 EGP

Auto-renews, skip or cancel anytime.

LE 450.00 EGP
LE 427.50 EGP

Auto-renews, skip or cancel anytime.

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Description

This Kenyan single origin comes from Kirinyaga, the eastern neighbour of Nyeri, on the fertile slopes of Mount Kenya. Grown by smallholder farmers and delivered to local washing stations, these coffees benefit from volcanic soils, high altitude, and generations of farming knowledge—conditions that consistently produce some of Kenya’s most expressive lots.

Carefully hand-harvested and washed, this coffee reflects the classic Kirinyaga profile: a full, structured body with vibrant fruit character and a clean, balanced finish. Shade-grown and processed with precision, the result is clarity in the cup and depth in flavor.

Kirinyaga’s washing stations are known for producing exceptional quality year after year, and this lot is a clear example of that consistency. Behind every cup is a network of smallholder farmers committed to sustainable practices and careful cultivation—work we’re proud to support and share.

Storage
Coffee Storage Guide

Best rule: keep coffee sealed, cool, dry, and away from light.

Whole Beans (Recommended)
  • Keep in the original bag with valve (or an airtight container).
  • Store in a cupboard away from the oven, sunlight, and humidity.
  • Best taste: within 4–6 weeks of roast date after opening.
  • Once opened: aim to finish within 2–3 weeks for best flavor.
Ground Coffee
  • Grind loses aroma faster than beans.
  • Store airtight and use within 7–10 days for best results.
What NOT to do
  • Do not store in the fridge (moisture + food odors affect taste).
  • Avoid leaving coffee in the hopper all day (light + heat + air = faster staling).
  • Don’t store near spices or strong-smelling foods.
Freezing (Only if you need to)

Freezing is OK only when done correctly:

  1. Divide coffee into small, airtight portions (one-week portions).
  2. Freeze immediately.
  3. When ready, take one portion out and let it reach room temperature before opening (prevents condensation).
  4. Do not refreeze the same portion.
Storage for your 250g bags
  • Keep sealed in a cupboard.
  • Open, press out excess air, reseal tightly each time.
Shipping

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Kirinyaga region

Kirinyaga, on the slopes of Mount Kenya, is one of Kenya’s standout coffee regions—known for smallholder-grown cherries processed at cooperative washing stations. Expect a clean, vibrant cup with juicy acidity and layered fruit character, often leaning toward blackcurrant/berry notes with a crisp, refreshing finish.

The people behind the coffee....

In Kirinyaga, coffee is part of everyday life. Smallholder farmers tend their trees by hand, harvesting ripe cherries, sorting them together, and delivering them to local washing stations—work shaped by seasons, community, and generations of shared knowledge on the slopes of Mount Kenya.

Process

Washed coffee refers to a processing method where the coffee cherry is pulped soon after harvest, then fermented and thoroughly washed with clean water to remove the fruit before drying. This process highlights the coffee’s natural acidity, clarity, and origin character—resulting in a clean, bright cup with well-defined flavors.

Variety

SL28 is a classic Kenyan coffee variety developed in the 1930s by Scott Agricultural Laboratories. It is prized for its deep root system, which allows the plant to withstand periods of drought and thrive at high altitudes. In the cup, SL28 is known for its bright, wine-like acidity, pronounced sweetness, and complex fruit character—often showing notes of blackcurrant, citrus, and stone fruit. When grown and washed in regions like Kirinyaga, SL28 clearly expresses terroir, delivering the vibrant, structured profile that Kenyan coffees are famous for.