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Torréfacteur Neon Coffee Roasters
Kianjogu AA - Kenya - Washed SL28, SL34, Batian
Kianjogu AA - Kenya - Washed SL28, SL34, Batian
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250g
Region: Kirinyaga
Flavour notes: blackcurrant, peach, lime
Variety: SL28, SL34, Batian
Altitude: 1800m
Story
Kianjogu, located in the heart of Nyeri County, sits between the highlands of Mount Kenya and the Aberdare ridges at an altitude of 1,800 meters above sea level. It is one of 11 washing stations under the Rutuma Cooperative Society, and has over 800 members. Farmers here predominantly cultivate SL28 and SL34 varieties of coffee. The rich clay loam soil of the region, coupled with the favorable climate on the western slopes of the Aberdare range, forms an ideal environment for coffee production, with flowering from February to April and harvest between October and January.
Farmers in this region typically practice mixed farming on small plots of around 0.25 hectares, growing food crops such as maize, beans, potatoes, and vegetables alongside coffee for family consumption. Kianjogu’s factory employs 11 permanent workers, with an additional 20 to 30 casual laborers brought in during peak harvest season to assist with coffee processing. The factory’s name, rooted in Kikuyu, translates to "a place where elephants can be found," reflecting the area’s deep connection to its natural surroundings.
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SCA Cup Score: 88
Quantity Purchased:60kg
Farm Gate: 4.79 USD/lb
Free On Board: 6.86 USD/lb
Free On Truck: 9.83 USD/lb
Fermentation: Washed
Coffee cherries are carefully handpicked when ripe and delivered to the factory on the same day for processing. The fully washed process begins with pulping and a 24-hour dry fermentation period, followed by a thorough washing and soaking in clean water. The coffee is then dried meticulously under shade, ensuring an even process that prevents the parchment from cracking. Water for the washing process is sourced from the nearby Ruthagati dam, which also supports the surrounding community and their cattle.
