Cherry's PickExpect Plum, Blackberry, and Dark Chocolate from this washed.
Kirinyaga, KE / Washed
MediumPlumBlackberryDark Chocolate
ROTY 2017 roaster
$4.25/oz
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The best SL28 coffees in our catalog
The SL28 variety is defined by its distinct acidity and complex fruit profile. We currently have 20 lots in stock that feature this cultivar. While Kenya remains the primary origin for these coffees, particularly from regions like Nyeri, Kirinyaga, and Kiambu, we are seeing more producers in Honduras and Costa Rica successfully cultivating the variety. Most of these selections are washed, though we have a few anaerobic options for those seeking more experimental processing. Roasters like Nomad Coffee and Ditta Artigianale are heavily represented in this group. Whether you prefer the classic, bright profile of a Kenyan AB lot or a more nuanced Central American expression, these selections represent the highest-scoring SL28 coffees on our composite.
What to taste for:Look for a vibrant, wine-like acidity paired with deep notes of blackcurrant, citrus, and a clean, lingering sweetness.
24 live picks · ranked by Cherry's Index
Cherry's Pick
StrongChocolate, Caramel, and Dried Fruit on a washed build.
UG / Washed
MediumChocolateCaramelizedDried Fruit+2
Buyer 4.9 (17)
$2.08/oz
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StrongAnaerobic Washed lot with Walnut, Tropical Fruit, and Green Apple in the cup.
Santa Barbara, HN / Anaerobic Washed
MediumWalnutTropical FruitGreen Apple+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.13/oz
StrongSweet Orange, Wildflower Honey, and Red Apple on a washed build.
Santa Bárbara, HN / Washed
DarkOrangeHoneyApple+2
Well-reviewed roaster
$3.47/oz
StrongYuzu, Yellow Kiwi, and Dried Fruit on a washed build.
Murang'a, KE / Washed
Medium-LightYuzuKiwiDried Fruit+4
Well-reviewed roaster
$3.06/oz
StrongExpect Cranberry, Black Tea, and Honey from this washed.
Nyeri, KE / Washed
LightCranberryBlack TeaHoney
ROTY 2014 roaster
$2.33/oz
StrongWashed lot with Yellow Apple, Kumquat, and Cacao in the cup.
Santa Bárbara, HN / Washed
LightAppleCitrusCocoa
ROTY 2014 roaster
$2.33/oz
StrongStrawberry, Peach, and Grape on a anaerobic natural build.
West Valley, CR / Anaerobic Natural
StrawberryPeachGrape+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.59/oz
StrongExpect Paraguayo, Limón Confitado, and Té Blanco from this washed.
Kirinyaga, KE / Washed
LightPeachLemonHerb+3
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.80/oz
StrongCranberry, Red Apple, and Raisin on a washed build.
Marcala, HN / Washed
DarkCranberryAppleRaisin
Well-reviewed roaster
$3.20/oz
Strong
StrongAnaerobic Natural lot with Blackberry, Dried Prune, and Herb in the cup.
Nyeri, KE / Anaerobic Natural
BlackberryDried FruitHerb+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$5.87/oz
StrongWashed lot with Tomato, Grapefruit, and Pomegranate in the cup.
Kiambu, KE / Washed
TomatoGrapefruitPomegranate+2
Well-reviewed roaster
$3.54/oz
StrongOrejones, Kiwi, and Piña on a washed build.
Kirinyaga, KE / Washed
Medium-LightDried FruitKiwiPineapple
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.80/oz
StrongExpect Lemon Zest, Black Currant, and Sugarcane from this washed.
Nyeri, KE / Washed
LightLemonBlack CurrantHoney+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.13/oz
StrongExpect Blackberry, Pink Grapefruit, and Pineapple from this anaerobic washed.
Nyeri, KE / Anaerobic Washed
LightBlackberryGrapefruitPineapple+1
Buyer 4.8 (6)
$2.15/oz
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