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To reach Kenya’s coffee plantations, located about 25 miles from Nairobi, one must endure a tortuous bus ride through the mountains. But, the lush countryside, steep mountain valleys and copious quantities of coffee make the trip worthwhile. Kenya has two annual harvests: the Main Crop (from October to December) and the Fly Crop (June to August) and this coffee is like no other in the world. Its unique characteristics are a result of the natural growing conditions coupled with the bean washing process. Ample rains alternating with sunshine make the Kenyan climate perfect for growing coffee. The coffee is washed for 72 hours- 6 times longer than most countries- giving it the “winy undertones”. Kenya has an auction system unrivaled by any other in the world. Each batch is assigned a lot number. The exporters are then allowed 10 days to evaluate the quality of each small lot. In an “open cry” forum, the coffee is sold to the highest bidder.
By adding one of this item to your cart, you will receive two units.Customers most agreed on the following attributes:
from NC on 1/26/2008
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Intense,rich and hearty yet smooth and flavorful.Very good coffee.
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Only buy this coffee if you want to be ruined for any other. I owned a restaurant for several years and we were famous for our coffee. A micro roaster delivered us coffee every morning warm from the roaster. This coffee is better hands down, the best coffee I've ever tasted.
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This coffee was definately "bold" however, it was over roasted and very acidic. I used an espresso machine and tried various grinds. I not only made espresso, but also cappucino. Maybe this would do better in a coffee press.
from Shelbyville, Illinois on 1/9/2008
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For many years I purchased Kona coffee direct from Hawaii, but recently was very disappointed with it. So, I thought I'd try the Kenya coffee--after all the price was right. And yes, it is absolutelty delicious. Full bodied yet very smooth and rich. In fact "good to the last drop!" So good, I just ordered 8 more pounds!!
from Hampton Roads, VA on 12/19/2007
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This is the best coffee I have ordered [...]. It is aromatic, mild, and smooth. Not one little hint of bitterness is present. I brewed it in a Chemex tonight and was able to drink it without milk, as I usually need to to cut the bitterness of coffee.