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We are delighted to introduce you to our next Microlot: Nandi
Background Story
Nyeri County lies on the western slope of the highest mountain in the country - Mt.Kenya (5199m). Due to the altitude (farms are located at 1280 - 1970 m.a.s.l.), fertile red volcanic soils andtropical climate, coffee from Nyeri is considered one of the best in Kenya, and the entire regionis called "The Champagne Region of Coffee."
Despite this, for several years of the 21st century, Nyeri's coffee industry experienced stagnation for economic reasons.The coffee factory was revived in 2022. The factory had not operated for over adecade, but in a short span of less than a year, the factory was back into operations, having delivered about 19,000 kgs of cherries in their first year of operation.
Processing Method Used
Natural Process
Why is this coffee so special?
With sustainability in mind, the members decided to explore the concept of naturally processed coffee, a new approach as the previous method only involved producing pulped coffee. An additional advantage of this method was that it required no water for processing, as the water pumps and pulping facilities were still not operational.
They picked up the pieces and successfully made it through the 2021/2022 season, gaining valuable experience and learning how to handle naturally processed coffee. With the help of well-wishers, the cooperative was able to pay the farmers a decent price for the delivered coffee cherries.
Coffee Farm: Kahiraini cooperative
Farm Size: 2 acres
Altitude: 1280 - 1970 m
Coffee type: Arabica
Varieties: SL 28, SL 34, Batian, Ruiru 11
Process: Natural Process
Flavour Profile: Cherry, Coconut, Raisins
Place of Origin: Nandi
Category: Our Coffees
