Take it Slowly

Nyeri's coveted coffee terrior shines as a pourover, drip, or even a cold brew...

TECHNICAL: Regional Select Uteuzi Jimbo - Machakos - AA

Origin: Kenya Tasting Notes: Papaya, Green Grape, Cola, lime zest

Region: Nyeri

Process: Washed

Farm/Mill: Uteuzi Jimbo - Machakos - AA

Variety: SL-28, SL-34, Ruiru 11, and Batian

Farmer: Multiple     

Altitude: 1,840 masl

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Roast Profile: Light

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ORIGIN STORY

At the base of Mount Kenya, fertile volcanic soil and freshwater streams fill the landscape. While fertile terroir is ideal, most would agree cup quality comes from Kenya’s notable commitment to processing cherry. The entire regimen is sometimes referred to as the 72 hour process, a triple ferment process where the third stage utilizes fresh water to remove any lingering fruit. Farmers are encouraged to become members of a cooperative, which markets and sells coffee on the whole communities behalf. Most farmers in Kenya are smallholders and typically produce enough cherry for just a few bags. Washing stations are often called ‘factories’ and play an enormous role in the quality of the final product. 

Take it Slowly shines as a pourover, drip coffee, or even a cold brew!  Pour yourself a cup and remember to take it slowly.

From Kenya's Nyeri region, this washed SL-28 from Passion House Coffee presents a fruit-forward profile with papaya and green grape leading into cola and lime zest notes. Washed processing typically emphasizes clarity and acidity, which aligns with the bright citrus character here. The SL-28 varietal is a cornerstone of Kenyan coffee culture, known for producing complex, berry-driven coffees with pronounced brightness—though each lot's expression depends heavily on terroir and producer craft. Uteuzi Jimbo's work at 1840 masl in this distinctive origin zone contributes to the particular balance of tropical fruit and crisp finishing notes. Explore these flavor elements further with the flavor wheel to refine your tasting experience.