This washed Kenyan coffee is sourced from the Kii Coffee Factory in Kirinyaga County, located at an elevation of 1,850 meters. Produced by smallholder members of the Rungeto Farmers Cooperative Society, this lot features a blend of SL-34, SL-28, Ruiru 11, and Batian varieties. The cup profile is characterized by dark, defined fruit notes of blackcurrant and ripe plum, balanced by a tea-like depth and structure provided by black tea notes in the finish.
Hydrangea Coffee Roasters is a specialty roastery based in Berkeley, California, focused on light, fruit forward coffees produced through modern fermentation and experimental processing techniques. The lineup emphasizes terroir, showcasing how region, climate, and varietal interact with processing to shape flavor. New releases rotate regularly, featuring single origin lots with detailed tasting notes and processing information for each offering. The roastery's approach rewards adventurous palates drawn to the intersection of agricultural science and cup quality.
