Kenya Nandi AB - Filter Coffee of the Month
Filter Coffee of the Month — Kenya Nandi AB
- Process: Washed
- Variety: Ruiru 11
- Altitude: 1,800–2,000 MASL
Taste: Blackcurrant, White Peach, Hibiscus, Cane Sugar
About the Coffee
Most Kenyan coffee is a mix of cherry from thousands of smallholders, all processed together at big factories. This one isn't. Nandi AB comes from a single 2-acre farm in the green hills of Kenya's Nandi region, run by one farmer who has been working the land for more than ten years.
On a farm that size every tree gets looked at on its own. There are no synthetic fertilisers either; the soil is fed with organic manure instead, which keeps the land in good health and lets the place come through in the cup.
A small permanent crew does the work, and the farmer keeps a close eye on everything from picking right through to drying. What you end up with is a washed micro-lot of Ruiru 11 grown at 1,800 to 2,000 metres, and buying it supports an independent grower doing things properly.
Expect blackcurrant and white peach, a floral lift of hibiscus and cane sugar sweetness underneath it all. Bright, juicy and very Kenyan. If you've only ever had Kenyan coffee as part of a blend, this is a good chance to try one on its own.
Barista Notes — Filter
Bright acidity, clean florals and plenty of sweetness, so the classic 1:16 is the place to start. No need to get clever.
- Ratio: 1:16 (15g to 240g water, or 18g to 288g) — gives the blackcurrant and sugary base some weight while leaving room for the hibiscus and white peach to come through clean
- Time: 2:45–3:15 — a clean, even draw-down keeps the acidity lively and the sweetness juicy, without dragging out any dryness at the end
- Temp: 93–95°C — high-grown Ruiru 11 is a dense bean, and hotter water is what it takes to pull out the bright acids Kenyan coffee is known for
Single Origin coffee orders can take up to 1.5 weeks to be delivered. We roast them weekly and they sell out fast.
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Shipping
COFFEE SHIPPING - AUSTRALIA WIDE
- $9.95 per 1 kg
- Free for 2 x 1kg Bags
HOME COFFEE MACHINE AND GRINDER SHIPPING
- $20 Flat rate shipping for QLD, NSW, ACT, SA and VIC
- $30 Flat rate for WA, NT and TAS
(some remote regional areas will incur full shipping rates due to excessive the cost of getting the items there)
TERMS FOR FREE SHIPPING OVER $200
- Free shipping for orders over $200, or 2kg or more of coffee
- Free Shipping not available on takeaway cups
- Wholesale orders - shipping will be charged at cost
- Free shipping will be selectable at checkout if eligible
- Free shipping not available in WA, NT and TAS due to large increase in shipping costs
- Shipping is sent via Australia post or the most efficient carrier and is sent via standard shipping
- If you need your order urgently, please select Express shipping
Price Match
We Aim to Match, But Conditions Apply!
We strive to offer the most competitive prices in Australia for all your coffee brewing needs. While we're confident in our pricing, we're human, and occasionally, a competitor might slip a lower price past our radar. That's where you come in! If you spot a better deal elsewhere, we'll gladly match it, with some fair conditions to ensure a level playing field.
Here's the scoop:
- Aussie rivals only: The competitor must be an Australian retailer with prices in AUD and shipping from within our great nation.
- Brand buddies: They must be an authorised retailer of the specific brand you're eyeing.
- Twinsies, please: The product needs to be an exact match, brand new in its box, and readily available.
- Delivery included: We'll factor in the competitor's delivery cost for an apples-to-apples comparison.
Now, for some exceptions, where our price-matching magic might not work:
- Cashback & discounts: We can't match deals involving cashback offers or special discount coupons.
- Bulk buys: Commercial quantity pricing is a different beast, so we won't match those either.
- Clearance frenzy: Stock liquidation sales are temporary deals, and we can't keep up with their ever-changing prices.
- History can't be rewritten: We can't adjust past orders that have already been processed.
- Auction arena: Prices from auction sites like eBay or Catch of the Day aren't eligible.
The rare exception:
In extraordinary situations, we might not be able to match a competitor's price exactly. But don't worry, we'll still offer you the best possible price we can, because your coffee happiness matters to us!
So, there you have it! With these guidelines in mind, feel free to share any lower prices you find, and let's brew up some fair competition!