Kenya - Thiriku AA

Tasting notes

In the roaster’s words

Kenya Thiriku AA Nyeri County, Kenya · 1,800 masl · Washed Tasting Notes: Blackcurrant · Pomegranate · Molasses Showcasing the exceptional character of Kenya’s Nyeri County, Thiriku Farmers Cooperative Society produces this distinctive single-factory coffee with remarkable clarity, sweetness, and consistency. Thiriku is situated along the Nyeri–Giakanja–Ihithe road, in a lush highland region blessed with rich volcanic soils from the Aberdares. At around 1,800 metres above sea level , the combination of elevation, fertile soils, and favourable growing conditions provides an ideal environment for producing high-quality Arabica coffee. The coffee is cultivated by a community of approximately 2,000 active members , with farmers growing a combination of SL28, SL34, Ruiru 11, and Batian cultivars. Operating independently as a single-factory cooperative, Thiriku places strong emphasis on transparency, accountability, and consistency throughout the production process. The society supports its farmers by sourcing agricultural inputs and maintaining a dedicated demonstration farm, helping to promote good agricultural practices and quality across the membership. This commitment has contributed to impressive results, with 89% of one recent harvest classified as premium grade . The wet mill receives a smaller early crop between April and July , followed by the main harvest from October to December . Thiriku’s reputation for quality and farmer returns has been recognised through multiple awards, including trophies for being the highest payer and for winning the EAFCA Cup . In the cup, expect the vibrant character associated with great Nyeri coffees: rich blackcurrant and pomegranate acidity balanced by the deep, dark sweetness of molasses .

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Single-factory coffee from Thiriku in Nyeri County, grown by approximately 2,000 active members in volcanic soils near the Aberdares.