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Kamavindi Embu Star

Kamavindi Embu Star

Wes Ngopi

About This Coffee

This coffee is a single-origin SL28 variety from the Kamavindi Estate in Embu, Kenya, grown at an altitude of 1784–1810 meters. It undergoes a K72 washed process, which involves a 72-hour staged fermentation. The flavor profile features vibrant notes of salted plum, grapefruit, guava, and star fruit, balanced by a gentle orange sweetness. The cup is characterized by juicy clarity, a crisp finish, and a refreshing citrus-savoury lift.

Origin

Embu (Kenya)

Flavor Notes

Orange, Citrus Fruit, Grapefruit, Star Fruit, Salted Plum

Roast Level

Medium Light

Processing

K72 Washed

Typology

Arabica
SL-28
WN

Wes Ngopi

Wes Ngopi takes its name from a Javanese greeting that translates to "Have you had your coffee?", reflecting its roots in the social ritual of sharing a cup. Based in Shah Alam, the roastery specializes in specialty grade single origin coffees roasted to order for home brewing enthusiasts. Bean selection is guided by ratings from CoffeeReview and independent research through traders such as Royal Coffee, Nordic Approach, and Olam, alongside direct trade relationships with farms like Java Frinsa Estate in Indonesia. The roastery emphasizes technical precision, modulating drum speed, fan adjustments, and firing pressure to achieve a smooth declining rate of rise for optimal flavor development. Wes Ngopi occupies a focused niche in Malaysia's specialty scene, prioritizing quality sourcing and meticulous roasting for the home consumer.

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