Kenya Kiamugumo
Regular price $26.50
We're glad to have a Kenya bean back in rotation, and from Nordic Approach no less - an importer from Norway known for sourcing unique, high scoring greens who have no qualms about paying premiums for uncompromising quality as part of their ethos to support sustainable farming and production.
Overall Notes: Sweet, juicy, tangy and floral on filter brew and espresso with yellow plum, red grapes, forest berries and finger lime. Candy-like on 1:2 double shot ratio on white, reminiscent of vanilla and lime ice cream split.
Roast level: Light medium roast
Recommended rest time: 2 weeks
Brew Methods: Suitable on both espresso and filter brew methods (e.g. V60, Origami, Hario Switch, Aeropress, Delter, French Press, etc.)
About the producer / region:
The Kiamugumo Factory is located in Kirinyaga County, on the slopes of Mount Kenyam and is a member of the New Ngariama Farmers Cooperative Society.
The area is rich volcanic soil, nearly 1,700mm of annual rainfall, and the abundance of SL 28 and SL 34 varieties contribute significantly to the high-quality coffee produced in this area. The climate typically ranges from 12 to 25 degrees Celsius year-round.
After picking, ripe cherries are brought to the factory by smallholder farmers for wet processing, which removes the skin and pulp. The nearest water source is the Kii River. The wastewater is treated before being released back into nature, a common practice at most mills. After washing, the coffee is dried on traditional African raised beds, allowing good air circulation around the beans. Once dried to a moisture content of 11-13%, the beans are taken to the Central Kenya Coffee Mill in Karatina, Nyeri County, for grading and sorting.
In response to the growing need for environmental conservation, the factory has installed wastewater soak pits away from the water sources to allow the water to naturally filter back into the soil. However, the factory does not currently engage in wastewater treatment.
Kiamugumo has long-term goals to increase coffee production through training seminars, providing access to education, and promoting sustainable farming practices. They also maintain a demonstration plot that farmers can visit to learn and apply best practices to their own plots.
| Origin Name: | AB New Ngariama Kiamugumo #016 |
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Farm Owner: |
Kiamugumo factory | Imported by Nordic Approach |
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Varietal: |
Batian, SL-28, Ruiru 11, SL-34 |
| Processing: | Washed |
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Altitude: |
1,600 meters above sea level |
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Town / City: |
Ngariama area, specifically in the Nyangeni sub-location |
| Region: | Kirinyaga County |
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Coffee is a seasonal product and we strive to provide you the best from what each region can provide and the taste profile may vary from time to time. Please note that the customer reviews may be referenced to past crops.