PRODUCER: Ibonia Estate
COUNTRY: Kenya
REGION: Kiambu County
VARIETALS: SL 28 & SL 34
MASL: 1700
PROCESS: Washed
TASTING NOTES: apricot & grapefruit

Nestled just north of Nairobi in southern Kenya, you'll find the picturesque township of Kiambu. Three kilometers south of the town lies the sprawling 105-hectare Ibonia Estate, perched at a lofty 1,700 meters above sea level. Here, organic matter management and soil conservation take center stage in coffee production.

The estate's leaders understand the value of the region's rich Kikuyu loam soil, which plays a vital role in shaping the distinct flavors of their coffee. This unique soil composition, coupled with the region's cool, wet climate from May to July, and the high altitude, allows for a slow and steady maturation process, resulting in complex and flavorful beans.

Every day, 200 community workers gather at Ibonia Estate to hand-harvest, wash, and sort the day's share of the 180 tons of coffee produced annually. The estate primarily cultivates SL28 and SL34 varieties, known for their exceptional quality and delicious flavors. These varieties, developed at Scott Laboratories, offer drought resistance, high yield, and exquisite taste.

Whether enjoyed as espresso or drip, we recommend savoring this exceptional coffee and experiencing the rich flavors nurtured by the fertile soils and meticulous care of Ibonia Estate.