How to brew this

Suggestion
Ratio
1:2.2
1:16
Temp
93°C

A starting point based on this bean's roast level. Open Tazzina to dial in the grind on your grinder.

About this bean

Roast level
Medium-Light · 3/10
Type
Single origin
Origin
Gichugu, Kirinyaga, Kenya
Process
Washed
Tasting notes
BlackcurrantStrawberryOrange
Varietals
SL28SL34Ruiru 11Batian
Species
Arabica
Altitude
1600–1900 masl
Farm
Kii Factory
Producer
Rungeto Farmers Cooperative Society
Importer
Cafe Imports
Best for
Espresso & filter
About
Grown at elevations of 1,600–1,900 masl. this coffee comes from smallholder farmers in Gichugu, Kirinyaga. Coffee cultivation here dates back to 1953, and the average farmer manages around 400 trees on roughly one-third of a hectare. The coffee is processed at Kii Factory, operated by the Rungeto Farmers Cooperative Society (F.C.S.), which supports around 1,215 active farmer members.

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FAQ

Where does Kii come from?

Kii comes from Gichugu, Kirinyaga, Kenya. It is a washed coffee. It grows at 1600–1900 masl.

What does Kii taste like?

Cartwheel Coffee Roasters lists blackcurrant, strawberry and orange.

How do I brew Kii?

Start at 1:2.2 for espresso or 1:16 for pour-over. Brew it at 93°C (200°F). Grind depends on your grinder, so there is no single number: Tazzina translates the community grind to your grinder, or guides you to it by taste.

What is Tazzina?

Tazzina is a free iPhone and iPad app for coffee. Save a brew for every bean, grinder, and brew method, dial it in with guided steps, and repeat the cups you love.