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Kenyan Coffee Varieties: History, Flavor, and Characteristics of SL28, SL34, and Ruiru 11 Coffee Beans
Today, FrontStreet Coffee introduces you to the unique Kenyan coffee varieties SL28 and SL34. Both were cultivated at the Scott Agricultural Laboratories (SL), selected from single-origin varieties through multiple breeding processes. It's important to note that this laboratory selected four outstanding varieties from different growing regions.
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Several Coffee Varieties from Kenya What Makes Kenya SL28 Coffee Variety Exceptional
Professional coffee knowledge exchange For more coffee bean information Please follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat official account cafe_style) FrontStreet Coffee - Kenya Coffee Introduction Northern Kenya borders Ethiopia, but its flavor profile shows distinct differences, with prominent berry notes and rich juice-like flavors, which is inseparable from Kenya's unique red soil. The soil is rich in phosphoric acid, as well as its own excellent quality
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What are Kenya Coffee Varieties SL28 and SL34? Why Are Kenya AA Coffee Beans So Acidic
Professional coffee knowledge exchange For more coffee bean information Please follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat official account cafe_style) Located in East Africa Kenya is one of the main coffee-producing countries with about six million people nationwide engaged in the coffee industry mostly in the form of small farmers and cooperatives Kenya's coffee trees are mostly grown at altitudes of 1400-2000 meters with growing regions including Ruiri Thi
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How Does Costa Rican Coffee Taste? The Catuai Variety Turns Out to Be a Laboratory Hybrid
Professional coffee knowledge exchange and more coffee bean information, please follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat public account: cafe_style). FrontStreet Coffee - Costa Rican Catuai Variety Introduction: Costa Rica primarily grows varieties such as Caturra and Catuai, with several local derivatives developed within the country. The most famous is the Bourbon variant Villa Sarchi, which thrives at high altitudes
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Kenya SL28 SL34 Coffee Bean Variety Characteristics Description | Kenya AA AB Grade Coffee Bean Flavor
What is SL-28? Kenya coffee variety description review! Kenya coffee is characterized by rich berries and rich flavors, especially blueberries, raspberries, blackberries. Although the yield is not much, it can withstand various roasts from light roast to deep roast, allowing you to fully enjoy the personality full of expression (flavor)
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Kenya SL28 34 Pour-over Temperature? Kenya Coffee Varieties K7 Batian Ruiru Characteristics and Historical Stories
FrontStreet Coffee has recommended the Assalia coffee beans from Kenya to everyone more than once, and we believe everyone is already very familiar with the brewing details of this coffee bean. Dripper: V60 dripper Water temperature: 90-92°C Coffee amount: 15g Coffee-to-water ratio: 1:15 Grind size: Medium-fine grind (80% pass-through rate with China standard #20 sieve) Brewing method: Segmental extraction Using 30g of water for blooming, bloom
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Why is Kenyan Coffee So Acidic? What is the Kenya K72 Processing Method?
When it comes to coffee beans known for their acidity, many people think of African coffee, with Ethiopia and Kenya being prime examples. However, there are distinct differences in how these two countries' coffees express acidity. Ethiopian coffee tends to have a cleaner, brighter acidity, while Kenyan coffee offers a more substantial and intense acidic profile.
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The SL28 Variety: An Exceptionally Rare Gem in Central American Specialty Coffee
The SL28 variety is exceptionally rare in Central America. This cultivar originates from Lake Tanganyika in East Africa and was discovered in 1931. It features broad leaves with a reddish tint, can adapt to quite high altitude environments, and possesses excellent drought and disease resistance. Its yield is higher than traditional varieties, and its flavor profile performance is remarkable.
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What's the Story Behind These Coded Coffee Varieties? Is SL34 Typica or Bourbon? What Are 74110, 158?
Friends who frequently drink pour-over coffee certainly pay attention to the coffee varieties they consume. Beyond origin and processing methods, the bean variety is a crucial factor in determining flavor profiles. In the variety information section, you'll occasionally encounter coffee variety names that resemble mysterious codes. Unlike conventional varieties such as Typica or Geisha...
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What Coffee Varieties Are Mainly Grown in Kenya? What Are the Characteristics of SL28 and SL34 Varieties?
Kenyan coffee has long been renowned worldwide for its clean, refreshing taste and rich, bright fruit acidity, earning the appreciation of many coffee industry professionals. Such rich flavor profiles are attributed to Kenya's abundant natural resources, its location within the "coffee growing belt," and its highly suitable climate environment for coffee cultivation.
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What is the Quality Tier of Kenyan Coffee? Why Does Kenyan Coffee Have Cherry Tomato Notes? What is the SL28 Coffee Variety?
Just as different grape varieties produce distinctly flavored wines, coffee bean varieties are one of the key factors influencing the final cup's flavor profile. Panama's T2722 Geisha serves as the best example, gaining attention for its white floral notes and citrus fruit characteristics. And today, what FrontStreet Coffee wants to share is...
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Tanzanian Coffee Development, Coffee Varieties, SL28, Geisha Varieties, Kilimanjaro Coffee Introduction
Tanzania is located in East Africa, bordering Kenya, Uganda, Zambia, Rwanda, Burundi and other countries. The eastern coastal region and inland lowlands of the country have a tropical savanna climate, while the western inland plateau has a tropical highland climate. In some coffee histories, coffee was introduced to Tanzania from Ethiopia in the 16th century
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Kenya Coffee Bean Flavor Profile and Characteristics | Introduction to SL28 Coffee Variety History, Flavor, and Brewing Methods
Clean and beautiful acidity is what most coffee enthusiasts think when they taste Kenyan coffee. High-quality acidity is the backbone and soul of Kenyan coffee. The acidity of Kenyan coffee is bright and full-bodied, encompassing 29 flavors including black plum, blackcurrant, citrus, lime, and grapefruit. The most famous among them are
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What Variety is Kenya Small Bean Coffee? The Complex Berry Aroma of Kenyan Coffee Bean Varieties
Professional coffee knowledge exchange. For more coffee bean information, please follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat public account: cafe_style). FrontStreet Coffee - Introduction to Kenyan Coffee: Kenya's main coffee growing regions are all centered around the country's highest peak, Mount Kenya. It is the second highest mountain in Africa after Kilimanjaro. Many plantations have excellent altitude, and the temperature difference between day and night at high altitudes helps to extend
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Bright Flavor Profile of Kenyan Coffee: Taste Description and Regional Characteristics
Some buyers, particularly Japanese merchants, have expressed dissatisfaction with Kenya's coffee industry system. Furthermore, some merchants have indicated that the country's coffee quality has declined and suggested that purchasing directly from farmers might be a way to improve quality. Nevertheless, Kenya's detailed regulations and comprehensive procedures ensure that
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Kenyan Coffee Development, Coffee Growing Regions, Coffee Grading, and Introduction to SL28/SL34 Coffee Varieties
Kenya is located in eastern Africa, crossed by the equator, with the East African Rift Valley running north-south. It borders Somalia, Tanzania, Ethiopia, and South Sudan, with the Indian Ocean to the southeast. The coastal areas are plains, while most of the country consists of highlands with an average elevation of 1,500 meters. Many volcanoes stand tall, particularly in the central highlands
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The Story and Origins of Kenya AA Grade Karinga Kirinyaga Kabare Konyu Premium Coffee Beans
Professional barista exchange: Please follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat public account: cafe_style) In 1930, Kenya's unique varieties SL28 and SL34, cultivated and named by Scott Laboratories, were born in such a favorable environment. According to the botanists at the SL Laboratory, SL28 and SL34 are genetic variants. Among them, SL28 possesses French missionary, Mocha, and Yemeni
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Why Do Some Coffee Producing Regions Specialize in Specific Coffee Varieties?
Many coffee-producing countries predominantly cultivate specific coffee varieties, such as Brazil's focus on Bourbon and Jamaica Blue Mountain's specialization in Typica. This specialization often occurs when coffee varieties spread to new regions and demonstrate excellent adaptation to local environmental conditions, eventually becoming the primary varieties cultivated in those areas.
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Guangzhou FrontStreet Coffee - In-House Roasting
More than just a coffee shop, FrontStreet Coffee is a true coffee laboratory, carefully selecting specialty green beans from numerous origins to best express their unique characteristics. Every coffee sample at FrontStreet Coffee undergoes rigorous cupping and evaluation to ensure perfect roasting that brings out optimal acidity, body, and aroma for our guests. Hours: 10:00~20:00 Location: Yuexiu District, Dong...
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FrontStreet Coffee Guangzhou - In-House Roasting
More than just a coffee shop, FrontStreet Coffee is a coffee laboratory that selects specialty coffee beans from numerous origins to fully express their unique characteristics. At FrontStreet Coffee, every coffee sample undergoes cupping tests and detailed recording to ensure perfect roasting that beautifully presents acidity, body, and aroma to our guests. Business Hours: 10:00~20:00 Address: Yuexiu District, Dongshan Kou
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