Last updated: 2026-09-16T14:02:07.124Z

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[0.0 out of 5 stars — 0 ratings](https://www.coffeelist.co/b/onyx-coffee-lab/kenya-gachatha-ab/reviews)

**Process:** [Washed](https://www.coffeelist.co/insights/processing-method/washed)

**Region:** [Nyeri, Kenya 🇰🇪](https://www.coffeelist.co/insights/region/ce713a8c-1174-450c-a1f0-e453887b8444)

**Variety:** [Ruiru 11](https://www.coffeelist.co/insights/variety/ruiru-11)

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[SL28](https://www.coffeelist.co/insights/variety/sl28)

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[SL34](https://www.coffeelist.co/insights/variety/sl34)

**Altitude:** ~1800 masl

**Harvest:** October-December

**Recommended for:** Filter, Espresso

## What the Brand Says

> The Gachatha washing cooperative in Kenya continues to be an invaluable partner, producing coffee that exemplifies the synergy between Nyeri's high-elevation terroir and the enduring expertise of the region’s farming community. This year’s offering is a vivid expression of their work- citric, layered, and exceptionally versatile. Whether brewed as a filter or pulled as an espresso, it reveals both clarity and balance in the cup.

[ONYX COFFEE LAB · US](https://www.coffeelist.co/b/onyx-coffee-lab)

# Kenya Gachatha AB

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## Profile

### Taste characteristics

**Body:** 54/100 — Light & tea-like (0) to Full-bodied & creamy (100)

**Acidity:** 82/100 — Soft (0) to Bright & acidic (100)

**Sweetness:** 71/100 — Less sweet (0) to Very sweet (100)

**Bitterness:** 25/100 — Subtle bitterness (0) to Pronounced bitterness (100)

**Character:** 5/100 — Conventional (0) to Funky & novel (100)

**Roast level:** Light — 2/7, from Extra light (1) to Extra dark (7)

## Tasting Notes

Grapefruit

Melon

Raw sugar

Silky

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