Kenya AA
250g / Whole Bean
£10.99
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Kenya AA
£10.99
Strength
BlackcurrantTomatoSharp
Kenya AA doesn't do subtlety. This is coffee with the volume turned all the way up — bold, bright, and absolutely unmistakable. If you want intensity and complexity in the same cup, this is it. Kenya produces some of the world's most sought-after coffee, and the AA grade is the highest.
The "AA" refers to bean size (the largest screen size, 17-18), and larger beans generally produce more complex, flavourful cups. Kenyan coffee auctions are legendary — the best lots command some of the highest prices in the specialty world. This lot delivers the classic Kenyan profile: bold blackcurrant, tomato-like acidity, and a grapefruit brightness that's unlike anything else in the coffee world. It's intense, it's divisive, and people who love it become obsessed.
Origin at a Glance
- Country: Kenya
- Region: Central Highlands
- Altitude: 1,500–2,100m
- Process: Washed (double-washed)
- Variety: SL28, SL34
- Strength: 4/5 — Bold and intense
- Grade: AA (highest)
- Tasting notes: Blackcurrant · Tomato · Grapefruit
Value Breakdown
| Size | Price | Per Cup | Per Kg | Cups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250g | £10.99 | 66p | £43.96 | ~16 |
| 500g | £21.99 | 66p | £43.98 | ~33 |
| 1kg (Best Value) | £36.99 | 55p | £36.99 | ~66 |
Based on ~15g per cup — the standard dose for a proper mug of coffee.
Who Is Kenya AA For?
- People who love bold, punchy coffee — Kenya AA is intense — bright acidity, blackcurrant sweetness, and a full body. It doesn't do subtle.
- Black coffee drinkers — This is coffee that demands to be tasted on its own. Every sip has something going on.
- Specialty coffee explorers — Kenya AA is consistently ranked among the world's best coffees. There's a reason.
- Those who find most coffee boring — If 'smooth and balanced' leaves you cold, Kenya's electric acidity will wake you up.
How to Brew Kenya AA
's intensity means it can handle any brew method — and dominate it
- V60 / Pour Over — Stunning. The clarity showcases every layer of complexity. This is where Kenya AA truly shines.
- AeroPress — Concentrated and bright. The blackcurrant becomes almost juicy.
- Filter / Drip — Clean and balanced. A great everyday brew if you like bold coffee.
- Espresso — Intense and fruity.
- Not for traditionalists — this is a wild, bright espresso. Incredible for those who like it.
- Cafetière / French Press — Big body, softer acidity. The tomato-like character becomes more rounded.
What Goes Well With Kenya AA
- Morning: Fresh fruit, pastries with berry jam, a full English
- Afternoon: Dark chocolate, berry tart, lemon cheesecake
- Evening: Mature cheese, dark chocolate truffles, port
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