How to brew this

Suggestion
Ratio
1:2.4
1:16
Temp
94°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
Light · 2/10
Type
Single origin
Origin
Nyeri, Kenya
Process
Washed
Tasting notes
Rose hipBlackcurrantCane sugar
Varietals
SL28SL34Ruiru 11Batian
Species
Arabica
Altitude
1600–1700 masl
Farm
Gakuyu Factory
Producer
Ndimaini Farmers' Cooperative Society
Importer
Nordic Approach
Best for
Espresso & filter
About
Washed Kenyan from smallholders delivering to Gakuyu Factory in Nyeri (Ndimaini FCS), grown at 1600 to 1700 masl. Official competition coffee of the Dutch AeroPress Championship 2026. Intense and jammy with blackcurrant, blackberry, dried fruit, violet and a black tea finish.

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FAQ

Where does Gakuyu come from?

Gakuyu comes from Nyeri, Kenya. It is a washed coffee. It grows at 1600–1700 masl.

What does Gakuyu taste like?

Keen Coffee lists rose hip, blackcurrant and cane sugar.

How do I brew Gakuyu?

Start at 1:2.4 for espresso or 1:16 for pour-over. Brew it at 94°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.