Origin - Kenya

Region - Njukiini ward, Kirinyaga

Process - Washed

Producer - Kimatu washing station and local smallholders / Rwana Farmers Cooperative Society

Altitude - 1700m

Variety - AB size SL-28, SL-34 & Ruiru 11

Tasting notes - Blackcurrant / peach / vanilla

Kimatu sits in Njukiini ward, in the eastern reaches of Kenya's Kirinyaga region, where a favourable microclimate encourages the slow development of dense, sweet cherry. The station operates under the Rwama Farmers Cooperative Society and draws cherry from about 800 smallholders who farm at approximately 1700m altitude.

At this elevation, and on the fertile volcanic soils that characterise Kirinyaga, coffee matures gradually and builds the concentration of sugars that underpins the region's reputation for cup quality.

The farmers delivering to Kimatu cultivate a mix of SL-28, SL-34 and Ruiru 11. The first two are prized for their layered complexity, bright fruit character and vivid acidity, while the latter is a newer, disease-resistant varietal bred for resilience and productivity.