Washed SL28 & SL34 – Mutwewathi, Kenya

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Origin: Nyeri, Aberdare Ranges, Kenya
Factory: Mutwewathi Factory
Cooperative: New Gikaru Farmer Cooperative Society
Producers: ~750 small farmers
Altitude: 1,750 meters above sea level
Varieties: SL28 & SL34
Process: Fully Washed (fermentation 12–16h, soaking, drying 7–21 days)
Grade: AA
Harvest: 2025

In the heart of Nyeri, at the foot of the Aberdare Ranges, comes this AA lot from Mutwewathi, one of the jewels of Kenyan coffee. Grown by some 750 small producers belonging to the New Gikaru Farmer Cooperative Society, this coffee embodies the precision, effort, and tradition that have made Kenya a world leader.

The SL28 and SL34 varieties, developed by Scott laboratories in the 1930s and 1940s, are the foundation of Kenyan character: deep roots, natural hardiness, and unparalleled cup quality.

The traditional fully washed process includes a 12- to 16-hour fermentation in cement tanks, additional soaking, and drying for 7 to 21 days on raised beds under constant monitoring. This meticulous care is reflected in the cup: bright acidity, juicy body, and exceptional fruit balance.

The result is an expressive, crystal-clear coffee with multiple layers of flavor — perfect for filter methods like V60, Kalita, or batch brew.

Tasting notes:
🍒 Redcurrant
🍊 Mandarin and grapefruit
🌿 Fresh rhubarb
💧 Bright acidity and long finish

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