A vibrant Kenyan coffee with bright citric acidity and layered flavors of black tea, tangerine, and cassis, offering both freshness and complexity.
A vibrant Kenyan coffee with bright citric acidity and layered flavors of black tea, tangerine, and cassis, offering both freshness and complexity.
About the Origin
The **Karimikui Factory**, located in **Kirinyaga, Kenya**, is part of the **Rungeto Farmer’s Co-operative Society**, which was founded in 1997 after the liquidation of the well-known Ngiriama co-operative. Together with Kii and Kiangoi factories, the society built a strong foundation for both coffee and diversified farming.
Rungeto supports its members not only through coffee production but also by operating a **dairy cooling plant** that processes over **120,000 liters of milk monthly**, supplying one of Kenya’s largest dairy companies. Additionally, Fairtrade premiums have enabled the cooperative to establish a **fuel station**, generating further income to cover overheads and improve farmer livelihoods.
Karimikui produces coffees from SL28 and SL34 varieties, grown at 1700–1800 m.a.s.l. in the rich volcanic soils of Kirinyaga. After harvest, cherries undergo a washed process, ensuring clarity and brightness in the cup. The factory has become recognized for consistently delivering high-quality lots that showcase the best of Kenyan terroir.
