Gititu AA - Kenya {Washed}

Technical Data

Roaster: Ilse Coffee
Origin: Kiambu, Kenya
Station: Gititu Washing Station
Producers: Gititu Farmers Cooperative Society
Altitude: 1300 – 1700 masl
Varietal: SL28 · SL34 · Ruiru 11 · Batian
Process: Washed
Profile: Hibiscus · Orange · Amber Honey
Format: 250 g
Harvest: October – December 2025

Gititu AA is a classic and refined expression of Kenyan coffee.

Hailing from Kiambu, this lot brings together the work of smallholder farmers who deliver their cherries to the Gititu station, one of the most renowned in the region. Grown between 1300 and 1700 meters above sea level, it combines Kenya's most emblematic varietals to create a vibrant, sweet, and characterful cup.

The result is a coffee with great clarity, bright acidity, and a lingering sweetness that reflects the best of its origin.

Process

Processed using the traditional Kenyan washed method, focused on precision and cleanliness:

Selective harvesting of ripe cherries
Flotation sorting
Pulping and density classification
Fermentation under water (12–24h)
Washing, soaking, and final washing
Drying on raised beds (13–15 days)

This process highlights the bright acidity and complexity characteristic of Kenya.

Sensory Profile

Hibiscus
Orange
Amber Honey

ilse was founded in 2019 with a goal of showcasing the world's best coffees and a desire to open people's eyes to what coffee can be. High quality, high scoring coffee is what originally brought us into specialty coffee, but the people we have met along the way are what keep us here and more importantly, inspire and motivate us to grow.

Rebecca
Rebecca began her journey in the coffee industry after realizing the world of coffee is a representation of the people and places it touches along the way. She brings a strong creative energy and sees coffee not just as a beverage but as a medium for expressing stories and experiences and using them as a connector between people.

Her primary focus lies in establishing meaningful relationships from origin to consumer and ensuring every interaction and brand experience reflects the true essence of ilse.


Lucas
Lucas is the driving force behind ilse's commitment to coffee quality. With a wealth of experience spanning all facets of the food and hospitality industry, Lucas is on a continuous journey of exploration and learning, driven especially by his passion for coffee.

He is committed to showcasing the true potential of coffee. He is deeply passionate about sourcing and roasting in a way that does justice to the incredible work of the producers and the unique characteristics of each lot.