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A Taste of Kenya’s Coffee Legacy at Fairview Estate

A Taste of Kenya’s Coffee Legacy at Fairview Estate

Here’s something to stir your curiosity: A Kenyan coffee estate is redefining how the world tastes its beans. Fairview Coffee Estate, nestled in the misty Central Highlands, isn’t just a farm—it’s a living archive of Kenya’s coffee history, where SL28 Arabica beans are cultivated with the precision of a master artisan. For over a century, this 117-year-old estate has been a cornerstone of Kenyan coffee, now guided by Michael Warui, a leader whose career spans continents and industries. His journey from corporate consultant to coffee estate director is a testament to the power of passion and purpose. Fairview’s story is…
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The Acidity Paradox: How to Brew Coffee That Matches Its Flavor Notes

The Acidity Paradox: How to Brew Coffee That Matches Its Flavor Notes

Coffee lovers, wine enthusiasts, tea devotees—here’s a question that’s been gnawing at the edges of your brewing process: should you adjust your grind size to amplify acidity in a Kenyan SL28, or is that just chasing shadows? The confusion is real. You’ve got a washed Kenyan with bright, acidic notes, but the cup feels flat. Should you grind finer to extract more acidity, or coarser to dial it back? The answer isn’t in the beans’ inherent acidity—it’s in how you coax it out. Acidity in coffee isn’t a fixed trait. It’s a dance between roast level, water temperature, and extraction…
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