C54:
Farm/Producer: Ruarai Washing Station
Region: Kenya, Nyeri
Process: Washed
Altitude: 1783 masl
Variety: SL28, SL34
Cup Profile: Blood Orange, Blackcurrant, Crunchie
Background info:
We got some exciting Kenyan coffees to share with you this 2025. First up is our Ruarai AB sourced from the renowned Nyeri region in Kenya, known for producing high-quality coffee with intense, complex, and flavour-dense cup profiles. The coffee is grown by smallholder farmers of the Ruthaka Farmers Cooperative Society, who meticulously cultivate and harvest their coffee cherries. Ruarai Factory collects cherries from approximately 600 smallholder farmers, each tending to around 0.4 hectares of coffee, with the factory's proximity to the Ruarai River ensuring a steady supply of clean water for processing.
The coffee undergoes a meticulous processing method, starting with dry fermentation for 16-24 hours after pulping, followed by washing and grading by density in channels, and then soaking in clean water from the Gatomboya stream for 16-18 hours. Finally, the coffee is sun-dried on African drying beds for up to 21 days. This process brings out the unique flavour profile of Ruarai AB, which boasts vibrant and complex notes.
This coffee offers a classic profile with vibrant flavours. You'll discover prominent and tangy notes of blood orange that shine through in both filter and espresso brewing methods. Subtle hints of blackcurrant add depth and complexity to the coffee's flavour profile. The vibrant acidity is lively and refreshing, while the light body makes it perfect for those who prefer a cleaner, more nuanced taste experience. When milk is added, delightful crunchie biscuit notes emerge, complementing the coffee's sweetness.
