This Kenya AA Gakui is sourced from the Gakui Factory in Embu County, located on the eastern slopes of Mount Kenya at an altitude of 1800 meters. The coffee is a blend of Batian, SL34, SL28, and Ruiru 11 varieties, processed using the washed method. It features a vibrant flavor profile characterized by notes of dried currant, high acidity, floral undertones, and umami. The beans are grown in deep, red volcanic soil, contributing to the clean and complex profile typical of this region.
Boxx Coffee Roasters Co was founded in Istanbul in 2015 by Mert Soley, a former car racer, and Altug Baser, a scientist, before expanding to Los Angeles in 2021 with partner Arda Barlas. The Downtown Arts District roastery and café specialises in light roasted, origin focused coffees with an emphasis on floral, citrus, and fruity notes, sourcing single origin microlots from Bolivia, Congo, Ecuador, Mexico, Nicaragua, and Uganda. A signature offering is Turkish style cezve coffee brewed slowly in the traditional manner, honouring the founders' heritage. The espresso programme runs on a La Marzocco Strada with Mahlkonig Peak grinders, and the team pursues what they call the God Shot philosophy of perfect espresso alignment.
