Export-Grade Kenyan CoffeeFrom Our Soil to Your Roastery
Premium arabica coffee in AA, AB, and Peaberry grades, processed to international standards and ready for export to specialty roasters worldwide.
Kenya Coffee Grades Explained
Understanding the classification system that has made Kenyan coffee world-renowned for quality
AA
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Bean size: 7.2mm+
Characteristics:
- Largest bean size with uniform appearance
- Bright acidity with complex flavor profiles
- Wine-like qualities with fruity undertones
- Ideal for light to medium roasts
Cup Profile
Bright, complex, wine-like with blackcurrant and citrus notes
AB
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Bean size: 6.8-7.2mm
Characteristics:
- Balanced cup with excellent body
- Consistent quality and flavor
- Good acidity with smooth finish
- Versatile for various roast profiles
Cup Profile
Well-balanced with good body, moderate acidity, and clean finish
PB
Peaberry
Bean size: Round beans
Characteristics:
- Concentrated flavors in round beans
- Unique roasting characteristics
- Limited availability - specialty grade
- Prized by roasters for distinctive qualities
Cup Profile
Concentrated, full-bodied with unique flavor intensity
Processing Methods
Different processing methods create distinct flavor profiles while maintaining Kenya's signature quality
85%
Washed Process
Our primary processing method producing clean, bright coffees with pronounced acidity
Process Steps:
- 1Fresh cherry selection and sorting
- 2Pulping to remove outer fruit
- 312-24 hour fermentation
- 4Clean water washing
- 5Sun drying on raised beds
10%
Natural Process
Limited seasonal offerings with enhanced sweetness and body
Process Steps:
- 1Careful cherry selection
- 2Direct sun drying with fruit intact
- 3Regular turning for even drying
- 4Extended drying period (2-3 weeks)
- 5Final hulling to remove dried fruit
5%
Honey Process
Specialty micro-lots combining characteristics of washed and natural
Process Steps:
- 1Cherry pulping with mucilage retained
- 2Controlled fermentation
- 3Careful monitoring during drying
- 4Gradual moisture reduction
- 5Quality sorting and classification
Harvest Calendar & Availability
Kenya's dual harvest seasons ensure year-round availability of fresh crop coffee
Nyeri
Main Harvest
October - December
Fly Crop
June - August
Peak Availability
January - April
Kirinyaga
Main Harvest
October - January
Fly Crop
June - August
Peak Availability
February - May
Kisii
Main Harvest
April - July
Fly Crop
October - December
Peak Availability
August - November
Want to learn more about our current lot availability and shipping schedules?
Contact Our Trade TeamRigorous Quality Control
Every lot undergoes comprehensive testing and evaluation before export to ensure consistency and quality that meets international specialty coffee standards.
Professional Cupping
Licensed Q Graders evaluate each lot using SCAA protocols
Moisture & Density Testing
Ensuring optimal moisture levels (10-12%) for safe shipping
Screen Size Analysis
Precise grading ensuring uniformity within each grade classification
85+ Cup Score
Specialty grade standard for all exports
Ready to Experience Kenya's Finest Coffee?
Sample our premium grades and discover why leading specialty roasters choose Jowam Coffee Traders for their Kenyan coffee needs.