Gatomboya Washing Station

Gatomboya Washing Station sources its coffee from the Nyeri region of Kenya, operating at high altitudes ranging from 1770 to 2100 meters. This geographic context places the station within a well-known area for Kenyan coffee production, characterized by elevated growing conditions. The varietal landscape represented in the catalog includes SL28, Ruiru 11, Batian, and SL34. These cultivars reflect standard agricultural choices for the region, encompassing traditional varieties alongside newer disease-resistant releases. The process portfolio observed in the catalog is focused entirely on the washed method. This traditional preparation aligns with regional processing standards aimed at highlighting clean cup profiles. The catalog footprint for Gatomboya Washing Station includes coffees carried by 2 different roasters, with 2 total coffees in the index and 1 currently in-stock. The average Cherrybook Index (CBI) across their lots is 56.9. Recent catalog examples feature offerings such as Kenya Gatomboya roasted by Stoll Kaffee utilizing SL28, SL34, and Ruiru 11, as well as Gatomboya - Kenya roasted by Sey Coffee, which is a washed lot featuring SL28, Ruiru 11, and Batian. Overall, the catalog data illustrates a focused approach centered on high-altitude washed coffees from Nyeri utilizing standard regional varietals.