Kenya Nyeri Nyeshun AA TOP Lot 26/2 Coffee | 250g

Nyeri is the green heart of Kenya the center of one of the most fertile regions in the world, surrounded by the magnificent Aberdares mountain range and Mt. Kenya. Perfect terrain for growing exceptional coffee.

The SL28/34 varieties processed using the washed method deliver the bright, refreshing acidity of hibiscus and the juiciness of raspberry, while the high density and volcanic soil create a silky finish with a subtle sweetness of brown sugar.

This is a premium coffee that perfectly captures the fresh, vivid character Kenya is known for.

ABOUT THE SL28 AND SL34 COFFEE VARIETIES

These are two Kenyan coffee varieties that have drawn considerable attention from the specialty coffee industry. Named SL28 and SL34, both belong to the Bourbon group and were among forty experimental varieties developed as part of a research program led by Guy Gibson at the Scott Agronomist Laboratory – SL in their names being the abbreviation for that laboratory.

SL28 and SL34 account for the majority of Kenya’s high-quality coffee production, but they are highly susceptible to coffee leaf rust. As a result, every kilogram harvested requires careful handling and additional processing effort to reach the highest quality standards.

The SL28 variety is well known for its fruity notes of orange, citrus, and berries, combined with natural sweetness and a light body creating a captivating coffee experience. This balance and refinement has made it one of the most sought-after varieties in specialty coffee.

SL34 offers high balance, a full and rich body, and flavor notes of chocolate and hazelnut with a gentle hint of citrus resulting in a rounded, satisfying cup.

SL28 and SL34 are widely grown across Africa and have begun spreading to other parts of the world, particularly South America, thanks to their quality potential and flavor character.

KENYA COFFEE GRADING

Kenya uses a grading system that combines bean size and uniformity. While no formal research has conclusively proven that cup quality depends on bean size, larger and more uniform beans generally command higher value.

Kenya’s coffee grading system is primarily based on bean size and uniformity.

The top-grade classification is AA  large beans equivalent to screen 17–18 in Vietnamese grading terms. The Nyeshun coffee you’re reading about right now belongs to this grade.

Kenya also has a unique grade called E, for extra-large or “elephant” beans. However, this mutation likely results in a reduction in flavor quality, placing its value below AA.
Other grades follow in order: PB / AB / C / T / MH…

FLAVOR PROFILE OF KENYA NYERI NYESHUN AA TOP LOT 26/2

Popular coffee-growing regions in Kenya. Nyeri is located near the center.

The dry aroma opens with sweet-tart notes of blueberry, hibiscus, and ripe plum. On the palate, the dominant flavors are sweet-tart blueberry, raspberry, and hibiscus steeped in honey.

Through the mid to late stages, blueberry and hibiscus tea come forward with bright, fresh acidity, sweet and juicy. The finish lingers with a long, pleasant brown sugar sweetness in the mouth.

Cupping note: Berries, Hibiscus, Plum, Black currant, Juicy and sweet

ICUP’S ROASTED KENYA NYERI NYESHUN AA TOP DETAILS

• Roast level: Light medium
• Best suited for: Pour over, Cold brew
• Rest before use: Approximately 20–25 days from roast date (lightly roasted Kenyan beans are quite dense and require more degassing time than other coffees).
• Best enjoyed within: 3 months unopened and 1 month from first opening. If not using right away, the beans can be stored in the freezer (freezing can extend freshness up to 1 year – beans can be ground directly from frozen without thawing).
• It is recommended to open the bag one day before use to release gas and pressure, then reseal this allows the flavors to open up and become more rounded.
• Whole bean. If you’d like it ground, please let iCup know which brewing equipment you use so we can select the appropriate grind size. We encourage customers to own a grinder and grind fresh for each brew.
• Bag weight: 250g
• Roasted by: iCup Roaster

KENYA NYERI NYESHUN AA TOP LOT 26/2 COFFEE INFORMATION

• Region: Nyeri
• Altitude: 1,800 masl
• Varieties: SL28, SL34
• Processing method: Fully Washed
• Grade: AA (Kenya’s highest quality classification)
• Lot: 26/02
• Moisture: 9.2%
• Density: 882g/l

iCup proudly brings customers the finest coffee beans in the world.