This “Fair Average Quality” (FAQ) lot is a curated selection of the region’s best daily drinkers, offering the quintessential Kenyan profile without the volatility of micro-lots. The large AA screen size ensures a uniform roast, unlocking a sparkling acidity that hits the palate with the tartness of pink grapefruit before settling into a rich, syrupy sweetness. The fully washed process strips away the fruit flesh, leaving a remarkably clean cup that allows the high-altitude terroir to shine through with razor-sharp clarity.

Specifications:

• Origin: Kenya
• Region: Central Kenya (Blend of high-altitude cooperatives)
• Altitude: 1,700 – 1,800 MASL
• Processing Method: Fully Washed

Why Try This Coffee: It is the gold standard for acidity lovers—a bold, “wake-up” cup that perfectly demonstrates why Kenyan coffee is revered worldwide.

Recommended Brewing Method: Pour Over (V60 or Chemex) or Cold Brew.

Temperature Influence:

• Hot Brew: Intense brightness with distinct notes of citrus zest and savory tomato leaf.
• Cool Brewed: The acidity mellows into a sweet, jammy black currant flavor with a lingering wine-like finish.