Andabais Coffee Beans

Kenyan coffee is often known for its K72 washed process, but did you know that Kenya also produces sun-dried coffee beans? Washed and sun-dried are traditional green coffee processing methods. Most high-quality coffee beans are processed using the washed method, but well-executed sun-dried processing can also yield excellent results. Sun-dried beans that are processed correctly are even sweeter than washed beans.

While many people enjoy the bright acidity of Kenyan coffee, others find it too intense. So, how does the flavor profile of sun-dried Kenyan coffee beans present itself? Can it introduce Kenyan flavors to an even wider audience?

Washed Kenyan coffee features bright and lively fruity acidity, offering a refreshing taste. On the other hand, sun-dried Kenyan coffee showcases prominent fruit notes, high sweetness, and a full-bodied mouthfeel. Today, we’re introducing a micro-lot of sun-dried Kenyan coffee from the 【Andabais Estate in the Eastern Rift Valley】.

Established in the 1940s, the Andabais Estate is located in the northern part of the East African Rift Valley, near Mount Elgon, adjacent to Kitale Town. The estate spans approximately 758 hectares, with around 248 hectares dedicated to coffee cultivation. The growing altitude ranges between 1,750 and 1,950 meters, with an average annual rainfall of about 1,000 mm. The soil is highly fertile volcanic soil — an ideal terroir and climate for coffee growing.

After undergoing the Andabais Estate’s refined sun-drying process, this Kenyan sun-dried coffee bean offers flavors of cherry tomato, black plum, lemon, caramel, cream, and black tea. It not only delivers rich fruity aromas but also boasts considerable sweetness. Kenya isn’t just about washed beans — custom lots using alternative processing methods can also be crafted, bringing people fresh and distinctive flavor experiences.