Kenya AA

Kenya AA

Notes of Chocolate Wafer and Cranberry
Roast Level
After roasting the coffee, we measure the bean color using a spectrophotometer. Our 10-point scale is the indicator, with the lightest to the left and the darkest to the right. 
LightDark
$24.00

For coffee nerds, this was the genesis for the much-celebrated varieties SL-28 and SL-34. Scott Laboratories (“SL”) was a British colonial agricultural research station founded in Kenya in 1922. In the 1930s it selected and tested promising coffee trees, producing the numbered “SL” selections—most famously SL28 and SL34—which became cornerstones of Kenyan coffee and hallmarks of the traditional ‘Kenya” flavor we enjoy today: typically red fruits, chocolate, and dry distillate flavors like peppercorn.
Kenya AA
From $24.00

Find tart, sweet cranberry in both the aroma and a taste of this earthy Kenya. Chocolate comes through as airy and decadent.

Behind Kenya AA

Baragwi Farmers Cooperative Society was established in 1953, during the Mau Mau Emergency, a British-declared state of emergency in Kenya in response to an armed anti-colonial uprising, primarily by Kikuyu fighters seeking to reclaim land and independence. It was born as an institution representing the social and economic interests of African farmers.

Process:

Washed

Elevation:

1600-1800 masl

Region:

Mt. Kenya

Learn how to brew Kenya AA

Discover how to perfect your cup of Kenya AA at home. From grind size to brew time, we’ll walk you through the simple steps that highlight its signature notes and balance.

EXPLORE BREW METHODS

Frequently asked questions

All of our coffee is roasted in small batches at our roastery in Washington, D.C., where we’ve been perfecting our craft since 1916.

Keep your coffee sealed airtight in a cool, dry place — away from light, heat, and moisture. No need to refrigerate.

Yes. We work directly with trusted importers and producers who prioritize sustainability, fair compensation, and quality farming practices.

Coffee is best enjoyed within 3–4 weeks of roasting. After opening, consume within two weeks for optimal flavor.

Yes! You can subscribe to any of our coffees to receive regular deliveries at your preferred frequency — and save with each shipment.

Each product page lists the roast level (light, medium, or dark). Our tasting notes also describe the flavor profile so you can choose your perfect cup.

Absolutely — most of our blends and single origins work beautifully as espresso. For best results, select “espresso grind” or grind fresh just before brewing.