Kiriga AA, Kenya Instant Coffee
Cupping notes point toward Black Raspberry, Blackberry, and Hard Candy.
Kirinyaga, KE
Producer
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Producer overview
Dr. Brian Gakunga is a coffee producer operating in Kenya, with sourcing rooted across Central Province, Kiambu County, Kirinyaga, and Murang'a. Cultivation occurs within an altitude range of 1550 to 1650 meters. The varietal portfolio is dominated by traditional and disease resistant cultivars. The catalog records frequent occurrences of SL28 and SL34, alongside Ruiru 11. Processing methods in the catalog are centered on the washed technique. All recorded lots utilize this preparation style. The catalog footprint includes seven total coffees, with four currently in stock. Two roasters carry these offerings, and the average Cherrybook Index across the lots is 50.7. Recent catalog entries feature multiple grades from the Kiriga farm or washing station. Examples include Kiriga AA, Kiriga AB, and Kiriga Peaberry, which have been featured by roasters such as Vivid Coffee and Has Bean Coffee. Process and varietal combinations across these listings consistently reflect washed preparation of SL28, SL34, and Ruiru 11. Dr. Brian Gakunga's presence in the catalog is defined by a focused selection of washed Kenyan coffees centered on classic regional varietals.
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Producer profile
Varietals
Processes
Altitude
1550–1650m
Cupping notes point toward Black Raspberry, Blackberry, and Hard Candy.
Kirinyaga, KE
Expect Black Raspberry, Guava Candy, and Rhubarb from this washed lot.
Kiambu, KE · Washed
Washed lot with Black Raspberry, Guava Candy, and Rhubarb in the cup.
Kiambu County, KE · Washed
Washed lot with Black Currant, Pomelo, and Brown Sugar in the cup.
Kiambu, KE · Washed
Blackcurrant, Green Apples, and Dark Chocolate on a washed lot.
Central Province, KE · Washed
Washed lot with Cherry And Lime Sweets, Candy Sweetness, and Blackcurrant in the cup.
Murang'a, KE · Washed
Related producers
Same country, shared varietals; other farmers whose lots Cherrybook has catalogued.