Gathaithi AA Espresso by Code Black Coffee / Tazzina

How to brew this

About this bean

Roast level

Medium-Light · 3/10

Type

Single origin

Origin

Nyeri, Kenya

Process

Washed

Tasting notes

Raspberry Toffee Blackcurrant

Species

Arabica

Farm

Gathaithi Coffee Factory

Best for

Espresso

About

Gathaithi Coffee Factory is part of the Gathaithi Farmers’ Cooperative Society in Nyeri County. Established in 1967, the factory is supported by 1656 active members with smallholder farmers cultivating coffee on typical half-acre plots. Gathaithi sits between Mount Kenya and the Aberdare ranges. Rich red volcanic soils, cool temperatures and 1100mm of annual rainfall create strong growing conditions for coffee. Cherries are selectively handpicked at peak ripeness and delivered to the wet mill the same day.

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FAQ

Where does Gathaithi AA Espresso come from?

Gathaithi AA Espresso comes from Nyeri, Kenya. It is a washed coffee.

What does Gathaithi AA Espresso taste like?

Code Black Coffee lists raspberry, toffee and blackcurrant.

How do I brew Gathaithi AA Espresso?

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.