Karinga AB - Kenya {Washed}

Technical specifications

Roaster: Good Life Coffee
Origin: Kiambu, Kenya
Producer: Gitwe Farmers Co-operative Society
Altitude: 1,840 meters above sea level
Varietal: SL28 · SL34 · Ruiru 11 · Batian
Process: Washing
Profile: Purple fruits · Toffee · Herbal
Format: 225 g
Ideal for: Espresso / Dark Filter

Karinga AB is a coffee from Kiambu, Kenya, produced by the Gitwe Farmers Co-operative Society and processed at the Karinga Factory washing station.

Located at 1,840 meters above sea level, this area is characterized by its red volcanic soils and abundant rainfall, ideal conditions for cultivating high-quality coffee. Around 650 small-scale producers from nearby communities deliver their coffee cherries to the station, forming a collaborative agricultural network with a strong focus on quality and sustainability.

Classic Kenyan varieties such as SL28 and SL34 are grown on the farms, along with Ruiru 11 and Batian, which provide a balance between vibrant acidity, sweetness and structure in the cup.

Process

The coffee is processed using the traditional Kenyan washed method. The cherries are pulped, fermented overnight, washed, and then soaked before drying. Finally, they are dried on raised African beds in the sun, with precise control of turning and bean selection.

This process allows you to obtain a clean, shiny cup with great aromatic clarity.

In the cup, Karinga AB offers an intense and structured profile, with notes of purple fruits, toffee and a subtle herbal character, accompanied by the vibrant acidity characteristic of Kenyan coffees.

Sensory summary
Purple fruits
Toffee
Herbal

About the Roader

Founded in Helsinki in 2012, Good Life Coffee began as a small café with a simple mission: serve coffee that truly tastes good and elevates everyday life. Today, it has grown into an internationally awarded roastery, known for clean, balanced, and flavor-driven coffees.

Working closely with trusted producers around the world, Good Life Coffee focuses on sourcing fresh, seasonal harvests and building long-term relationships to ensure consistent quality. Their roasting philosophy is simple — respect the raw material and highlight each coffee's natural character.

With multiple awards, including Nordic Best Roaster 2024, Good Life Coffee stands as one of the leading names in Nordic specialty coffee.

For them, coffee isn't just a drink — it's a good life.