new | kenya - gichathaini aa

New year, new coffee. We’re excited to introduce our first single-origin of 2026: Kenya - Gichathaini AA (pronounced gee-cha-thai-nee).

This playful, vibrant brew is a true taste adventure. It’s a nostalgic nod to $1 mixtures packed with sour lollies, with a grown-up twist that might remind you of sipping a glass of Chardonnay in the sun. Expect tart sour lollies, juicy blackcurrant, and a bright, wine-like mouthfeel.

Perfect paired with a Scotch Finger to balance the acidity. 

This beautiful washed coffee comes from the small-scale farmers of the Gikanda Farmers Cooperative Society in Mathira West, Nyeri. The factory is owned and operated by the farmers themselves, with around 1,045 registered members and 770 active growers, empowering them to make key decisions around production and management.

Most of Kenya’s coffee is produced by smallholders delivering cherries to central processing units, where washed coffees are the norm. While methods vary slightly from place to place, Kenyan washed coffees typically include a unique soaking step, contributing to the clarity and brightness the region is known for.