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kenya coffee beans & grounds

Kenyan Coffee Beans

Kenyan Coffee Beans

The flavor profile of Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri coffee beans and grounds features notes of red currant, cocoa nib, stone fruit, pineapple kefir, and a hint of lime zest Colipse Kenya Othaya Nyeri is a medium-light "American" roast that extracts origin characteristics most brightly when brewed using filter coffee makers, drip coffee makers, AeroPress, and pour-over methods.

  • ROAST LEVEL: Medium-Light
  • ALTITUDE: 1,830 - 1,950 masl
  • PRODUCER: Othaya Farmer Cooperative Society
  • REGION: Nyeri, Central Kenya
  • PROCESS: Washed
  • VARIETALS: Batian, Ruiru 11, SL28, SL34
  • HARVEST MONTHS: May – July
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Kenya coffee

About Kenyan Coffee

Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri is among the best Kenyan coffee beans from Nyeri County, located in the central region of Kenya. This renowned high-altitude coffee region (1,741-1,965 masl) boasts a climate with temperatures between 13°C and 27°C, with 1,326mm of annual rainfall (wettest: November, driest: July). Average humidity is 69%, with a dew point of 13°C, and wind speeds average 21 km/h (windiest: March at 27 km/h). In this region, traditional farming methods produce coffee cherries that are handpicked, wet-processed using local river water, and then dry-milled at Othaya for export. Othaya's red volcanic soil, rich in phosphorus and well-drained, is ideal for growing Arabica coffee varieties like SL28, SL34, Ruiru 11, and Batian.

Kenya coffee

Cupping Notes

This Kenyan coffee offers a vibrant and floral fragrance that instantly transports you to the lush, green hills of Central Kenya. With each sip, you'll experience a dynamic blend of red berries and cocoa, creating a deep, rich flavor. The aftertaste lingers with a delicate floral and honeyed sweetness on the palate. Its acidity is bright and sharp, offering a citrusy zing characteristic of high-altitude Kenyan coffees. A subtle and balanced sweetness complements the acidity, with underlying notes of honey and chocolate. Finally, the mouthfeel is smooth and full-bodied, providing a satisfying, rounded experience with every cup.

What to know about Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri coffee?

There are many aspects of Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri coffee that customers should know about to help them decide if it's the right coffee for them. Kenya Othaya Nyeri is a medium-light roast, single-origin Kenyan coffee. While there are various ways to make this coffee, pour-over, drip, and filter brewing methods truly unlock its potential. Kenya Othaya Nyeri is specialty coffee, roasted to order, and available in 12oz bags equipped with a degassing vent, barrier film lining, and a gusseted bottom structure to maintain peak freshness.

What coffee bean varieties are in Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri?

The coffee bean varieties in Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri are Batian, Ruiru 11, SL28, and SL34.

What certifications does Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri have?

Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri coffee is Fairtrade certified. Colipse's Kenyan coffee beans, sourced from the Othaya Farmers Co-operative Society, is certified Fairtrade and boasts a specialty grade AA classification. This distinction signifies larger beans, often commanding a premium price due to their association with enhanced aroma and flavor. Othaya's high-quality AA coffee is available for export from January to May, with options for F.O.B Mombasa or ex-warehouse Nairobi. Additionally, the Ruiru 11 and Batian coffee varieties are certified resistant to Coffee Berry Disease and Coffee Leaf Rust.

How is Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri coffee harvested?

Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri coffee beans are harvested using selective hand-picking of ripe cherries.

How is Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri coffee packaged?

Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri Coffee is packaged in bags with a CO2 release valve, made from multi-layer protective film with an expandable base. This packaging ensures freshness by protecting the coffee from light, moisture, and oxygen. Orders are shipped in recyclable mailers and boxes via USPS, UPS, or FedEx, and typically arrive within 3-5 business days after roasting and packing.

What color are Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri coffee beans?

Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri coffee beans are a light to medium brown color, characteristic of a medium-light roast.

What brewing methods are most suitable for Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri coffee?

The brewing methods that are most suitable for Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri coffee are pour-over, drip coffee, AeroPress and filter coffee. Kenya Othaya Nyeri coffee is roasted to a medium-light "American roast" level close to the end of the first crack. This means that percolation brewing methods will best extract the nuanced flavors of the blend, offering a pleasant acidity and bright aromatics. The light-medium roast of Costa Rica Pérez Zeledón helps to highlight the coffee's delicate floral and fruity notes in filter coffee makers and manual brews like Chemex, Hario V60, Kalita Wave, and Melitta, bringing forward the nuanced origin characteristics. Although there are many different methods of coffee brewing that may be considered objectively suitable for different coffee beans, it is important that people also choose the coffee beans that they enjoy the taste of, and highlight their personal preferences.

What is the net weight of Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri coffee?

The net weight of Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri Coffee Beans is 12 oz (340 grams). A 12 oz bag yields approximately 24-26 cups of drip coffee.

When is Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri coffee roasted?

Colipses' Kenya Othaya Nyeri coffee beans and grounds are roasted in small batches only after you place your order, guaranteeing peak freshness and flavor in every cup. We roast them from Monday through Friday (and sometimes Saturdays) using commercial drum roasters for a balanced, nuanced taste. We fulfill orders daily and ship domestically via trusted business carriers.

What is the recommended shelf life for Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri coffee?

Store Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri coffee beans in an airtight container for a recommended shelf life of 1 month once opened. Use coffee grounds within 1-2 weeks of opening. After these periods, the coffee remains safe but will lose optimal freshness and flavor.

What is the shipping fee for Colipse's Kenya Othaya Nyeri coffee?

We offer free shipping on all orders of our single-origin Kenyan coffee, available in whole bean or ground form. Our coffee is packed in freshness-preserving bags and shipped in recyclable packaging via USPS, UPS, or FedEx, typically arriving within 3-5 business days.