Kenya AA Arabica Coffee
Premium High-Altitude Specialty Coffee Profile
Overview
Kenya AA Arabica is one of the world’s most celebrated specialty coffees, known for its bright acidity, complex fruity notes, and full-bodied cup. It is grown in Kenya’s high-altitude volcanic regions and carefully hand-processed using the washed method.
Key Details
Species: Coffea arabica
Grade: AA (Large Bean Size)
Process: Fully Washed
Main Varieties: SL28, SL34, Ruiru 11
Growing Regions
- Nyeri
- Kirinyaga
- Murang’a
- Kiambu
- Embu
- Meru
- Mount Kenya Slopes
Altitude
Grown at elevations between 1,400 – 2,100 meters above sea level, with premium lots often above 1,500 meters.
Flavor Profile
Blackcurrant & Berry
Citrus (Lemon, Grapefruit)
Wine-like Acidity
Floral & Sweet Finish
Processing Method
Hand-picked cherries → pulping → fermentation (12–48 hrs) → washing → sun-drying on raised beds → grading by size and quality.
Why It Stands Out
- High-altitude volcanic soil
- Strict hand-sorting and grading system
- Distinct SL28/SL34 heritage varieties
- Bright, clean, complex cup profile