Gichuka AA, Mixed Varietals, Washed KENYA

☕ Kenya - Kiambu, Gichuka AA

Filter Roast | Washed, SL34, SL28, Ruiru 1, Mixed Varietals
Tasting Notes: 🍊 Blood Orange · 🍓🫐 Red Berries · 🍵 Black Tea

WHAT WE'RE TASTING:

A juicy mix of red berries, blood orange and rhubarb leads the cup - like summer in full swing. As it opens up, it shifts into raspberry pancakes with a drizzle of honey, finishing smooth with a clean black tea note. Lively, fruity-forward, and beautifully layered in every sip.

[ORIGIN] KENYA
[LOCATION] KIAMBU
[PRODUCER] KIMARATIA (FCS)
[FARM/COOP] GICHUKA
[PROCESS]  WASHED
[VARIETAL] SL34, SL28, RUIRU 1
[ELEVATION MASL] 1800-1850
[ROAST PROFILE]  FILTER

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT:
✅ Bright, juicy citrus upfront with a vibrant blood orange pop
✅ Layered red berry sweetness that feels fresh, jammy, and expressive
✅ Lively acidity balanced by a smooth, tea-like structure
✅ Clean black tea finish that keeps the cup elegant and refreshing

💡 Brew Tip:  For a vibrant, juicy cup, aim for 1:16–1:16.5 at 94–96°C. Start with a 40–45 sec bloom to enhance clarity, then pour in controlled pulses to keep the acidity bright and structured. A slightly faster total brew time will highlight the citrus and berry notes while preserving that clean black tea finish.