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-79 LBS


Expressive Dark


Diedrich CR-35




Coffee Summary


Kenya


Sl28, SL34, Ruiru


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Washed, Swiss Water Decaffeinated

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From the renowned Nyeri region, celebrated for its vibrant and dynamic coffees, one can find the Thiriku Farmers Cooperative Society, serving as both a beacon of excellence in coffee quality and a model of effective producer organization. This Swiss-Water decaf offering exemplifies this quality, all within a clean and clear cup profile.

Origin

Kenya

Kenya's coffee history is marked by innovation, quality, and a unique production system. Introduced by French missionaries in the late 19th century, coffee soon became vital to Kenya's economy. The country's high-altitude regions, volcanic soils, and ideal climate are perfect for Arabica beans. Known for meticulous processing and quality, Kenyan coffee is celebrated worldwide for its bright acidity, fruity flavors, and floral aromas. Despite challenges like climate change and price fluctuations, Kenya remains a leading producer of premium coffee. We've visited Kenyan auctions and its coffee regions for over a decade, witnessing continuous innovation and excellence in specialty coffee

Elevation

1900 MASL

Elevation influences coffee cultivation, impacting flavor and quality. Higher elevations offer cooler temperatures, slowing the growth of coffee cherries, allowing more time for complex sugar and flavor development. This results in coffee with brighter acidity and a nuanced flavor profile. Additionally, cooler conditions at high altitudes reduce pests and diseases, making these coffees highly prized for their superior quality and distinct taste.

Variety

SL34

A lesser known Scott Laboratories variety developed around the same timeframe as SL28, this cultivar was developed and selected from a just a single tree. More akin to Typica in profile, this variety has also proliferated across the globe. We enjoy isolated SL34 lots for their delicate florals and bright acidity.

Harvest

Kenya

The specialty harvest within East Africa takes place from early October through December and sometimes into January. As with all agriculture, the harvest times can vary due to factors like rainfall, average sunlight, and general temperature swings. We purchase from our relationships in East Africa once a year around January through February. The freshness season is extended well beyond most especially in Ethiopia. We source and land containers year round, thanks to the long voyage these coffees go on.

Process

Drying

Roasting

Diedrich CR-35

Prior to production, each roast goes through a rigorous dial-in process, where we fine-tune our temperature curves. We roast to tight tolerances, with no more than 1° deviation from target temperatures, ensuring quality and consistency in each batch.

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#61 Expressive Dark

Offerings that fall within our dark category are heavily developed, but origin characteristics are not lost in the cup. Our sensory notes we find common for this roast category are dark chocolate and cocoa, molasses or brown sugar, with more clear fruit characteristics if they're present in the intrinsic taste profile of the coffee. Coffees within this development range exhibit acidity and clear sweetness, garnering the adjective of expressive.

Inventory

-79 LBS

Day after day, producers, roasters, and cuppers alike all spend countless hours of work to produce and roast small, traceable lots that we within specialty coffee call microlots. Ranging anywhere from a few lbs to many pallets, this nebulous category refers to a traceable single-origin, producer or even specific picking date. Is all that hard work keeping things separate worth it? That is up for you to decide...

Extraction

Filter extraction offers a clean, nuanced flavor with distinct layers, ideal for appreciating subtle notes. Espresso extraction is intense and concentrated, highlighting bold, rich flavors with crema. It's usually suited for milk-based drinks, providing a robust foundation.

| 0.6176° S, 35.2863° E | Coffee Export: 45 kT | HARVEST SEASON: October | Avg Elevation: 1500 MASL | Rainfall: 50" | 0.6176° S, 35.2863° E | Coffee Export: 45 kT | HARVEST SEASON: October | Avg Elevation: 1500 MASL | Rainfall: 50" |

T h e S t o r y

From the renowned Nyeri region, celebrated for its vibrant and dynamic coffees, one can find the Thiriku Farmers Cooperative Society, serving as both a beacon of excellence in coffee quality and a model of effective producer organization.

Coffee producers in Central Kenya have long grappled with financial hardships, exacerbated by...

E x t r a c t i o n G u i d e s

 

Overview

Origami & Hario Cone

Coffee: 20g

Water: 310g @ 206°F


Grind
809µm

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Recipe

0:00 - Bloom - 40g
0:35 - Spiral Pour - 130g
1:10 - Spiral Pour - 220g
1:45 - Spiral Pour - 310g
Drain 3:15

FEATURED EQUIPMENT

 

Overview

Coffee: 19g

Yield: 48g

Recipe

Line Pressure: 0-3.5s

9 Bar Until Done

FEATURED EQUIPMENT

 

Resumen

Origami & Hario Cone

Café: 20g

Agua: 310g @ 97°C


Molido
809µm

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Receta

0:00 - Bloom - 40g
0:35 - Spiral Pour - 130g
1:10 - Spiral Pour - 220g
1:45 - Spiral Pour - 310g
Drain 3:15

PRODUCTOS DESTACADOS

 

Resumen

Café: 19g

Rendimiento: 48g

Receta

Line Pressure: 0-3.5s

9 Bar hasta que esté listo.

PRODUCTOS DESTACADOS

T r a n s p a r e n c y

We as a company believe that transparency is unbelievably important. The point of listing things below is not to justify what we charge or what we profit, but to give a realistic snapshot of the industry and how specialty coffee can be different than other commodity industries.

 

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Transportation

 

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Green Cost

 

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Production

$1.8

Fair Trade Min.

86.3

Cup Score

1000LBS

Lot Size

B

Transparency Grade

$1.64

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