Kenya / Gachika
Expect Pink Grapefruit, Cassis, and Sweet Finish from this washed lot.
Kiambu, KE · Washed
Producer
Kimaratia (FCS)’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
Kimaratia Farmers Cooperative Society (FCS) operates in the Kiambu region of Kenya, with coffee sourced from high-altitude farms situated between 1800 and 1898 meters. This geographic profile contributes to the specific ripening conditions of the region. The varietal landscape represented in the catalog includes traditional Kenyan cultivars alongside newer releases. Dominant varieties comprise SL28, Ruiru 11, Batian, and SL34, reflecting a mix of classic selections and disease-resistant varieties. Processing methods for Kimaratia lots are focused entirely on the washed process. The catalog records two coffees utilizing this traditional method, emphasizing clean cup profiles through wet processing. The catalog footprint for Kimaratia includes offerings carried by two different roasters, specifically Onibus Coffee and Java Roasters. Recent catalog entries feature the Gachika lot and the Gichuka AA Filter lot, showcasing combinations of SL28, Batian, Ruiru 11, and SL34 varieties processed via the washed method. Overall, Kimaratia (FCS) demonstrates a consistent focus on washed Kenyan coffees utilizing a blend of established and modern varietals across its catalog appearances.
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Producer profile
Varietals
Processes
Altitude
1800–1898m
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Expect Pink Grapefruit, Cassis, and Sweet Finish from this washed lot.
Kiambu, KE · Washed
Expect Blood Orange, Red Berries, and Black Tea from this washed lot.
Kiambu, KE · Washed
Related producers
Same country, shared varietals; other farmers whose lots Cherrybook has catalogued.