Karumandi is one of eleven washing stations managed by the Baragwi Cooperative Society — Kenya’s largest and most influential coffee cooperative. Established in 1960, the station lies in the volcanic highlands of Mt. Kenya, just outside Kamweti Castle — a colonial-era estate once visited by Queen Elizabeth. This highland setting, combined with deep volcanic soils and cool mountain air, creates an ideal environment for coffee cultivation.
Coffee is the main cash crop, but farms are often diversified with maize, beans, vegetables, potatoes, and fruit trees for household consumption. Karumandi plays a key role in helping farmers maintain stable income streams through coffee — and through Baragwi’s scale, farmers benefit from access to agronomic training and quality premiums.
In the cup we are tasting really bright and juicy notes of lemon, and apricot with a nice brown fig sweetness, a classic Kenyan tasting profile throughout.
Producer(s): Karumandi Washing Station
Origin: Kirinyaga, Kenya
Varietals: SL28, SL34, Ruiru 11, Baitan
Altitude: 1600 - 1700M
Process: Washed
