i.Red soil and the SL varieties
Iron-bearing red soils descended from Mount Kenya, paired with SL28 and SL34 — varieties selected in Kenya — form the foundation of a dense berry character with few equals anywhere in the world.
Nyeri spreads across the central highlands at the foot of Mount Kenya.
Nyeri spreads across the central highlands at the foot of Mount Kenya.
Iron-rich red soil, the SL28 and SL34 varieties, and Kenya’s double-fermentation washed process combine to create vivid berry character — blackcurrant and raspberry — with powerful acidity.
Iron-bearing red soils descended from Mount Kenya, paired with SL28 and SL34 — varieties selected in Kenya — form the foundation of a dense berry character with few equals anywhere in the world.
Factories (wet mills) run a double-fermentation wash that draws out clean, complex acidity. Trading through auctions, graded by quality, is another hallmark of Kenya.
Hot water makes the vivid blackcurrant-like acidity pop. Use slightly more water.
Concentrates the citrus and berry flavors in a short brew. Dilute to taste afterward.
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