Kenya Kevote AA

About This Coffee

Grown in beautuful Embu County, this AA sized lot boasts citric acidity alongside layered notes of blackberry and papaya. Rich volcanic soils and the stalwart 'SL' cultivars lend to the stunning quality this outturn exhibits. Kenya's coffee history is marked by innovation, quality, and a unique production system. Introduced by French missionaries in the late 19th century, coffee soon became vital to Kenya's economy. The country's high-altitude regions, volcanic soils, and ideal climate are perfect for Arabica beans. Known for meticulous processing and quality, Kenyan coffee is celebrated worldwide for its bright acidity, fruity flavors, and floral aromas. Despite challenges like climate change and price fluctuations, Kenya remains a leading producer of premium coffee. We've visited Kenyan auctions and its coffee regions for over a decade, witnessing continuous innovation and excellence in specialty coffee. Kevote Factory, owned by Kirurumwe Farmers' Society in Makengi, Embu County, processes coffee from 1,300 farmers and is one of three factories run by the society, which manages 25% of smallholder coffee production in the region. Located in stunning Embu County, the scenic drive leads uphill all the way from the capital of Nairobi, past the seemingly never ending pineapple plantation, into the coffee growing regions of Kenya. Within just two counties, you'll find a unbelievable array of coffees, ranging from commodity grade large lots to 88+ single-estate coffees. We have long loved Kenya for its range in quality and within, its cup profiles. This coffee stood out to us for its layered notes of berries, diverging from the often citric-forward acidity that Kenya has transitioned into.