Altitude
1900
Location
Karatina Town, Nyeri County
Cup Score
87
Cup Profile
Bright Acidity Juicy
Process
Washed
Varietal
SL28 and SL34
Soil Type
Red Volcanic Soil
DESCRIPTION
Kenya Ngunguru AA
Single Origin / Seasonal Coffee
Redcurrant, citrus and dark chocolate.
Kenya Ngunguru AA comes from the Ngunguru region of Kenya, where high-altitude farms benefit from volcanic soils, abundant rainfall, and ideal temperatures for growing exceptional coffee. This AA lot showcases the clarity, vibrancy, and depth that Kenyan coffees are known for.
What does this coffee taste like?
Expect bright redcurrant and citrus notes upfront, with hints of lemon, grapefruit, and bergamot adding lift and vibrancy. A subtle layer of dark chocolate provides balance and depth, rounding out the cup. The body is medium, smooth, and lively, with a clean, sparkling finish.
Coffee details
Origin: Kenya
Region: Ngunguru
Altitude: 1600–2000 masl
Process: Washed
Grade: AA
Roasted by Gold Box Roastery.
About the coffee
This lot is handpicked by smallholder farmers who carefully select only ripe cherries. After picking, the coffee undergoes wet processing at local washing stations, bringing out clarity, sweetness, and the distinctive bright fruit notes Kenya is known for.
Why we roast it
We roast Kenya Ngunguru AA to highlight its juicy redcurrant and citrus flavours while maintaining balance with subtle chocolate undertones. The coffee is expressive and lively, capturing the essence of Ngunguru’s terroir and providing a sparkling, vibrant cup.
Brew it your way
Kenya Ngunguru AA shines as a filter coffee, revealing all its bright fruit and layered flavours. It also works as espresso for those who enjoy a lively, fruit-forward cup with chocolatey undertones. Best suited for filter and espresso methods.
