Kenya Mutitu AA

Origin: Kenya

Region: Kirinyaga

Process: Washed

Variety: SL28, SL34, Ruiru 11

Altitude: 1500-2000m

Notes: peach crumble, green grapes, toffee

Why this coffee: the best a washed can offer

HISTORY:

Mutitu factory was started in 1963 and it lies on the southern slopes of Mount Kenya, in the Kirinyaga region. The mill is used by small-hold farmers in the area. This and the adjacent regions are the premier coffee areas in Kenya, and the coffees from here are consistently among the best in the world.

Mutitu factory is located in Kathekiini location, in Kirinyaga county. There are 1,250 members who deliver coffee cherries to the Mutitu factory who each have on average
around ½ acre of land with roughly 200 trees for coffee growing alongside macadamia, beans and corn.

PROCESS DESCRIPTION:

The coffee is handpicked by the smallholder members and delivered to the factory where it is pulped. This initially separates the dense beans from the immature ‘mbuni’s (floaters) using water floatation which means the denser beans will sink and be sent through channels to the fermentation tank.

This first stage of fermentation will last for around 24 hours, after which the beans are washed and sent to the secondary fermentation tank for another 12-24 hours. Once the fermentation process is completed, the beans enter the washing channels where floaters are separated further and the dense beans are cleaned of mucilage.

The washed beans will then enter soaking tanks where they can sit under clean water for as long as another 24 hours. This soaking process allows amino acids and proteins in the cellular structure of each bean to develop which results in higher levels of acidity and complex fruit flavors in the cup - it is thought that this process of soaking contributes to the flavour profiles that Kenyan coffees are so famed for.

The beans are then transferred to the initial drying tables where they are laid in a thin layer to allow around 50% of the moisture to be quickly removed. This first stage of drying can last around 6 hours before the beans are gathered and laid in thicker layers for the remaining 5-10 days of the drying period. The dry parchment coffee is then delivered to a private mill and put into ‘bodegas’ to rest – these are raised cells made of chicken wire which allows the coffee to breathe fully. Coffee is traditionally sold through the country’s auction system, though recent amendments to the coffee law of Kenya have brought about the introduction of direct trading whereby farmers can by-pass the auction and sell directly to specialty roasters around the world.

Shipping Policy

At Nomonym Coffee, we strive to deliver your specialty coffee products swiftly and securely. Please read our shipping policy to understand how we handle orders.

Domestic Shipping (Romania):

• Free Shipping: Enjoy free shipping on all orders over 250RON within Romania.
• Standard Shipping: For orders under 250 RON, a standard shipping fee will be applied based on the weight and destination.
• Processing Time: Orders are typically processed within 1-2 business days.
• Delivery Time: Standard delivery time within Romania is 2-5 business days after processing.

International Shipping:

• Shipping Fees: International shipping fees are calculated at checkout based on the weight and destination of your order.
• Processing Time: Orders are processed within 1-2 business days.
• Delivery Time: Delivery times vary by destination and can range from 5-10 business days.
• Customs and Import Duties: International orders may be subject to customs and import duties. These charges are the responsibility of the recipient and vary by country.

Additional Information:

• Order Tracking: Once your order has been shipped, you will receive a confirmation email with tracking information.
• Delivery Issues: If you experience any issues with your delivery, please contact our customer service team at nomonym.coffee@gmail.com.

Return Policy

At Nomonym Coffee, we want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. Please review our return policy for information on how we handle returns and refunds.

Returns and Refunds:

• Eligibility: Due to the perishable nature of coffee, we only accept returns for non-perishable items such as brewing equipment, accessories, and merchandise.
• Return Period: You may return eligible items within 14 days of receipt for a full refund or exchange.
• Condition: Items must be returned in their original condition, unused, and in the original packaging.
• Return Process:

Non-Returnable Items:

• Coffee products (due to their perishable nature)
• Gift cards
• Items marked as final sale

Defective or Damaged Items:

• If you receive a defective or damaged item, please contact us within 7 days of receipt. We will arrange for a replacement or refund.

Refunds:

• Refunds will be processed within 7-10 business days after we receive and inspect the returned item.
• Refunds will be issued to the original payment method.

Shipping Costs for Returns:

• The customer is responsible for return shipping costs unless the item is defective or incorrect.
• For defective or incorrect items, Nomonym Coffee will cover the return shipping costs.

Contact Information:

• For any questions or concerns about our return policy, please contact us at nomonym.coffee@gmail.com.

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