Introducing our Kati AA, the first of our coffees from the Central region of Kenya. 'Kati' is Swahili for central. 'AA' is the premium grade among Kenyan coffee grades. Our Kati AA coffee captures the essence of Kirinyaga while offering a cup with remarkable clarity and layered sweetness. For this light-roasted coffee, expect crisp jasmine aromas and melon notes that unfold as the coffee cools down. Taste notes: Citrus, floral (jasmine), melon Acidity: High Acidity Body: Light, Delicate Body Sweetness: Medium Sweetness Roast Level: Light Altitude: 1,600 -1800 meters above sea level Varietals: SL28, SL34, Batian, Ruiru 11 Process: Fully Washed Cooperative: Baragwi Cooperative Society | Nyanja washing station/'factory' Best for filter (pourover, Chemex, Aeropress) and iced coffee. It can work as an espresso with careful dialing. About the producers This lot comes from the Nyanja factory, part of the Baragwi Cooperative in Kirinyaga. While Baragwi coffees are renowned across Kenya, this selection stands apart. Crisp jasmine and melon notes shine through, supported by the region’s volcanic soils, high elevation, and unique microclimate. Instead of broad blends, we isolate traceable micro-lots. Careful lot isolation ensures this isn’t just another blend that highlight the terroir and defining characteristics of the coffee Traditionally, Baragwi farmers have relied on the Nairobi Coffee Exchange, where volatile pricing can limit returns. By sourcing directly and paying premiums above auction averages, we ensure farmers are rewarded fairly, with stable, transparent payments and ongoing relationships. For the coffee consumer, this approach offers greater consistency, traceability, and a distinct flavor profile, rather than a broad representation of blended Baragwi coffees. About us Coffee Plus 254 is a Kenyan-led coffee brand operating in the Boston area. We release a small number of traceable small and micro-lots each season, and every one of them comes from a specific cooperative or estate. We rotate our coffee list to showcase the range in Kenya's coffees. We can tell you who grew it, where, and how it was processed, like this AA from the member farmers of Baragwi Cooperative at the Nyanja factory. The Plus 254 in our name is a nod to Kenya’s country code and symbolizes the centrality of Kenya in our mission. Local Delivery Complimentary delivery in Cambridge, Somerville, Watertown and Waltham, MA.
