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songwe, kenya, kenya coffee from ware coffee lab

kenya coffee

Songwe, Kenya

by ware coffee lab · ware, uk

expect brown sugar. this is songwe, kenya, a washed kenya from ware coffee lab.

brown sugar
£14.5buy from ware coffee lab

the bean

origin
kenya
region
nyeri
process
washed
status
in stock
songwe is a washed kenyan coffee from nyeri, roasted by ware coffee lab. nyeri sits on the slopes of mount kenya and is known for producing coffees with clean, defined flavor. the washed process removes the fruit before drying, which tends to highlight clarity and structure in the cup. the listed tasting note is brown sugar, pointing toward a sweet, rounded character. for best results, brew methods that reward clarity work well here, such as pour over or filter, using water around 93-96c and a medium-fine grind.

common questions

What does Songwe, Kenya taste like?

the roaster describes brown sugar as the primary tasting note, suggesting a clean, sweet, and rounded cup. the washed process typically keeps the flavor focused and well-defined rather than fruity or funky.

How is Songwe, Kenya grown and processed?

songwe comes from nyeri, a well-regarded coffee-growing region in kenya. it is processed using the washed method, meaning the coffee cherry is removed before drying, which promotes clarity and a clean flavor profile.

How should I brew Songwe, Kenya?

washed kenyans from nyeri tend to perform well as pour over or filter brews, where the clean, structured character of the coffee comes through clearly. a consistent medium-fine grind and water just off the boil are a solid starting point.

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