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Tastes like Lemon, Verbena and Honeydew melon.
Origin
Kenya
Region
Murang’a
Altitude
1850 masl
Producer
Githaiti AA (CO-OP)
Variety
Batian, Ruiru 11, SL28, SL34
Process
Washed
Githaiti AA (CO-OP)
We sourced this coffee from Githaiti, one of four factories managed by the Kariua Farmers Cooperative Society in Murang’a. Around 500 contributing farmers grow their coffee at 1750 masl, intercropping with other crops and relying on selective picking and traditional practices.
The Lot
Their work, combined with careful washed processing, results in a vibrant and clean cup. Fruity and bright, the profile highlights notes of lemon, verbena and honeydew melon.
Recipe double shot
Short : In 18G / Out 38G / Time 31 Sec
Water : Use medium soft water (100-150ppm) at 93° C
Steps :
- Use a scale to measure your dose and yield (= brewed liquid).
- Grind 18g of coffee at a fine espresso setting.
- Distribute the coffee evenly in your portafilter and tamp level.
- Lock in the portafilter, gentle but firm. Don't crack the coffee bed.
- Start the machine. Measure 42g of brewed liquid in your cup in 29 seconds.
- If the coffee runs too fast, grind finer. If the coffee runs too slow, grind coarser. Make small adjustments only. Discard the first shot after every change of grind size.