AA Gakundu #319 Region: Embu County, Kenya Altitude: 1,600–1,900 m.a.s.l. Varieties: SL28, SL34, Ruiru 11, Batian Processing: Washed Crop Year: 2025 **GAKUNDU COFFEE FACTORY** Nestled on the fertile slopes of Mount Kenya, the Gakundu Coffee Factory is part of the Gakundu Farmers’ Cooperative Society, a collective known for meticulous processing and strong farmer support. The factory brings together smallholder producers who benefit from agronomic guidance, access to high-quality inputs, and transparent pricing models. Every stage of production reflects Kenya’s reputation for excellence — from careful hand-picking of ripe cherries to precise fermentation and washing that preserve the region’s signature brightness. The result is a cup that celebrates the clarity, depth, and vibrancy for which Embu County is known. This lot, AA Gakundu #319, captures the best of Kenyan terroir: lively acidity, layered sweetness, and elegant structure — an expressive washed coffee that rewards both filter and espresso brewing. **FLAVOUR NOTES:** Jammy fig and tree tomato with light floral honey blossom. Fresh fig character throughout, with a long, refreshing sugarcane-like finish and layered hints of stone fruit, caramel, and herbs