This Kenya Nyeri AA from Merrybeans roasters brings a brightly clean and fruity floral experience to the cup—expect seductive notes ofred currant, alluring rhubarb, andpleasantly sweet honey. All this with the aromaof black tea. The coffee has a medium body, intense but pleasant acidity, and a long, lively finish. It is a "balanced island of exoticism" that will appeal to all filter coffee lovers.
These beans come directly from the heart of the Nyeri region, which is rightly considered one of the most prestigious areas of Kenyan production. Nyeri is located in the central highlands between the majestic Mt. Kenya and the Aberdare Mountains. The specific microclimate and rich volcanic soil here allow the coffee trees to ripen more slowly, resulting in beans with exceptional internal density and a clear terroir. The prestigious "AA" grade designation guarantees that these are the largest beans, renowned for their high concentration of aromatic oils and maximum flavor intensity.
The resulting character is enhanced by washed processing. After hand-picking only the ripest cherries, they are de-pulped and fermented in water tanks to remove the pulp. The key step here is a unique two-phase soaking process, which gives the coffee its renowned purity and enhances the complex amino acids for a deeper fruitiness. The entire process is completed by drying on raised African beds, where the beans are constantly turned to achieve their final form under the African sun.