Ruera Estate - Kenya - Natural
$33.00
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Ruera Estate - Kenya - Natural
$33.00
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Description
FLAVOR PROFILE: Concord Grape, Pink Lady Apple & Sparkling Fruit Acidity.
A juicy, fruit-packed Kenyan natural filter coffee bursting with sweet purple grape, crisp red apple, and a vibrant, mouth-watering finish.
Details & Specifications
| Parameter | Details & Specifications |
|---|---|
| Parent Brand | WU BRAND MELBOURNE |
| Sub-Brand / Coffee Line | WU COFFEE |
| Product Name | Kenya Natural |
| Origin | Kenya |
| Farm | Ruera Estate |
| Variety | SL 28, Ruiru 11, Batian |
| Process | Natural |
| Flavor Profile | Pink Lady Apple, Concord Grape, Sparkling Acidity |
| Green Coffee Rating | SCA Cup Score 87+ Specialty Grade |
| Roast Profile | Light to Medium Roast (Optimized for Filter & Pour-Over) |
OUR STORY & HERITAGE
Ruera Estate is one of Kenya's legendary specialty coffee farms, renowned for its rich red volcanic soil and ideal high-altitude climate. While traditional Kenyan coffees are fully washed, Ruera's rare natural process allows the whole coffee cherry to dry slowly on raised African beds under sunshine, locking in intense fruit sugar, vibrant malic acidity, and complex grape and apple nuances.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What makes Kenya Natural unique?
Unlike typical washed Kenyan coffees, this natural process retains the coffee cherry skin during sun-drying, resulting in extraordinary sweetness, juicy Concord grape notes, and crisp Pink Lady apple acidity.
Q2: What is the recommended brewing method?
Pour-over methods (V60, Chemex, Origami) with water at 92°C bring out the most sparkling acidity and vibrant fruit aromas.
Q3: How fresh is the roast upon delivery?
All beans are small-batch roasted weekly in Melbourne and dispatched immediately for maximum aromatic freshness.
Q4: How should I store whole bean coffee?
Keep the beans sealed in their original valved bag in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight and heat. After 1 week of degassing post-roast, storing sealed bags in the freezer is recommended to preserve peak freshness and flavor for up to 1 year.