Gachatha

Summary

A coffee from the Gachatha Coffee Factory in Nyeri, Kenya, grown at 1800-2100 MASL by over 1,500 smallholder farmers. Processed using the washed method with fermentation, disc pulping, and raised bed drying. Varieties include SL-28, SL-34, Ruiru 11, and Batian. Flavour notes of currant, sugar cane, and mandarin with a bright, well-structured cup and lively acidity. The factory employs sustainable practices including water recirculation and wastewater soak pits to protect local waterways.

Details

Format

Bean

Decaffeinated

No

Producer

Gachatha Coffee Factory

Altitude

1800 - 2100 m.a.s.l

Variety

SL34, Batian, SL28, Ruiru 11

Notes

Mandarin, Currant, Cane Sugar

The roaster

Flower Child

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