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Producer

Karatu Factory

KEKiambu
Coffees in catalog
2
Currently in stock
2
Roasters carrying
2
Avg Cherry's Index
66.0

Karatu Factory’s lots are carried by 2 different roasters. The same coffee, interpreted by 2 different roasting curves; a comparison nobody else can show you.

Producer overview

Karatu Factory is located in the Kiambu region of Kenya. The coffee produced at this site is grown at an altitude ranging between 1850 and 1883 meters.

The production at Karatu Factory focuses on the SL28 varietal. This cultivar is the primary variety represented in the available catalog data for this producer.

The processing portfolio for Karatu Factory is centered on the washed method. All lots currently documented in the index utilize this traditional processing technique.

The catalog footprint for Karatu Factory includes two distinct lots. These coffees are currently carried by two different roasters. Recent catalog examples include the Karatu SL28 Washed offered by Modcup Coffee and the Karatu AA offered by Ultimo Coffee.

The work of Karatu Factory is characterized by a consistent focus on the SL28 varietal and the washed process.

  • Kiambu washed coffee
  • SL28 varietal focus
  • Kenyan factory production

Distilled from catalog data, COE history, and reviewer coverage.

Producer profile

Varietals

  • sl282 lots

Processes

  • Washed2

Altitude

18501883m

Karatu AA
67

Washed lot with Red Currant, Lime, and Stewed Tomato in the cup.

Kiambu, KE · Washed

BerryLimeOther Fruit
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.00/oz
Karatu SL28 Washed
65

Washed lot with Blackcurrant, Elderflower, and Apricot in the cup.

Kiambu, KE · Washed

LightBlack CurrantElderflowerApricot
Well-reviewed roaster
$3.42/oz

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