New Ngariama Farmers Cooperative

Kenya
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Bag of green specialty coffee beans from Kenya

Kenya Kamwangi AA Top Lot

Grade AA

Explore our Kenya AA Kamwangi Specialty Green Coffee Beans, cultivated in the high-altitude region of Kabare, Kianyaga, Kirinyaga County. This area is renowned for its deep red, nutrient-rich volcanic soils and ideal coffee-growing conditions.

The Kamwangi Coffee Washing Station, part of the New Ngariama Farmers Cooperative Society, is run by 800 smallholder farmers who produce high-quality coffees under strict quality controls. This washed coffee features notes of peach gummies, a cocoa base, pineapple, dried apricot, lemon, and jasmine florality. It underwent 14-18 hours of fermentation and slow drying on raised beds for 10-21 days.

This Kenya AA Kamwangi coffee is available in 60kg bags and packed in Grain-pro to ensure maximum freshness. This selection exemplifies the excellence of Kenyan coffee.

What is so special about this coffee?

Our Kenya AA Kamwangi Specialty Green Coffee Beans have a story rooted in the high-altitude region of Kabare, Kianyaga, Kirinyaga County. Here, 800 dedicated smallholder farmers of the Kamwangi Coffee Washing Station, part of the New Ngariama Farmers Cooperative Society, pour their passion into every bean. Grown in nutrient-rich volcanic soils, this coffee is a testament to the region's ideal coffee-growing conditions.

The journey from cherry to cup is comprehensive. At Kamwangi, each bean is hand-sorted, fermented for 14-18 hours, and slowly dried on raised beds for 10-21 days. This process ensures only the finest coffee beans make it through, resulting in a pleasant flavour and aroma. This Kenya AA Kamwangi coffee is a rich, flavorful experience that demonstrates the superiority of Kenyan coffee, crafted for those who appreciate the art of roasting.

Behind the New Ngariama Farmers Cooperative Society

Located in the high-altitude regions of Kirinyaga County, the New Ngariama Farmers Cooperative Society has been operating since the 1970s. This cooperative brings together around 800 smallholder farmers at the Kamwangi factory. United under this cooperative, these farmers cultivate exceptional coffee varieties like SL-28, SL-34, Ruiru 11, and Batian, thriving in the region's ideal growing conditions.

Sustainability is at the heart of the New Ngariama Cooperative. Farmers at the Kamwangi Coffee Washing Station employ eco-friendly practices such as water recirculation systems and wastewater soaking pits to reduce their environmental footprint. The cooperative also supports its members by providing farming inputs on credit and offering cash advances, fostering a thriving, sustainable community.

About Kenyan Coffee

Kenya is renowned for producing some of the world's most distinctive coffees. Grown on the high plateaus around Mount Kenya, the beans capture the essence of the land, offering a vibrant, bold flavour profile with a delightful balance of fruity and wine-like notes. This unique combination makes Kenyan coffee a sought-after choice for coffee enthusiasts worldwide.

These beans in details

Grade

AA

Process

Fully-Washed

Cup score

86.0

Cupping notes

Peach Gummies, Cocoa Base, Pineapple, Dried Apricot, Lemon and Jasmine Florality

Body

Heavy

Aftertaste

Pleasant Lingering Fruit-like Finish

Acidity

Vibrant, stone fruit like

Balance

Slightly Fruit Forward

Best for

Cold Brew and Drip

Recommended Roast

Medium

Producer

New Ngariama Farmers Cooperative// Multiple farmers

Origin

Kenya

Region

Kiringaya County

Surrounding vegetation

Macademia, Maize, and Dairy Cattle

Elevation

1800

Varietal

SL-28SL-34SL graftedBatian

Product Type

Green Coffee Beans - Wholesale

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