{"product_id":"sey-guchienda-estate-mejorado-washed-ecuador-250g-copy","title":"SEY - Guchienda Estate - SL28 - Washed - Kenya 250g","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"coffee_keyInfo_shortBlurb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail_title\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eRoasted 4\/29\u003cspan class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail_title\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"coffee_details coffee_technicalDetails\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_details\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"coffee_details coffee_technicalDetails\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_details\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"coffee_details coffee_technicalDetails\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_details\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"coffee_keyInfo\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"coffee_details coffee_longBlurb\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"coffee_keyInfo\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"coffee_details coffee_longBlurb\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"coffee_keyInfo\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"coffee_keyInfo_shortBlurb\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"coffee_details coffee_longBlurb\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"coffee_keyInfo\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"coffee_keyInfo_shortBlurb\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have been working with Guchienda Estate for several years and are proud to continue working with this talented family. They have consistently produced some of the best Kenyan coffees, and we are grateful to Edwin, Benson, and their mother, Esther for continuing to work with us. In the cup we find ripe currants, rose hips, and tree tomato.\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The Guchienda Estate is one of our more exciting projects in Kenya. This year, it won the annual African Taste of Harvest competition! The lot is 100% pure SL28, dynamic and exciting. In the cup we find a classic Kenyan profile of blackberry, hibiscus, and subtle florals.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15235,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":65280},\"10\":1,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"15\":\"Arial\",\"16\":10}'\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15235,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":65280},\"10\":1,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"15\":\"Arial\",\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"This single-estate is one of our more exciting projects in Kenya. It is 100% pure SL28, dynamic, and exciting. In the cup we find a classic Kenyan profile of black currant, hibiscus, and citrus.\"}'\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11139,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":65280},\"10\":1,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"This is a classic Kenyan coffee from the region of Nyeri: exceptionally clean, vibrant and complex. Coffees from this washing station have historically been amongst some of the very best. In this cup we find red currant, lively acidity, and hibiscus.\"}'\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11139,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":65280},\"10\":1,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"This exciting single-estate selection from the slopes of Mt. Kenya is as close to pure SL28 as we have ever seen in Kenya. We are very excited about a Gesha separation from Ngaratua that is in the works! In the cup we find blackberry, sparkling acidity, and rose hip.\"}'\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11139,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":65280},\"10\":1,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"This selection comes to us from the famous region of Nyeri, high on the slopes of Mt. Kenya. Gaturiri Cooperative has long been known for its exceptional quality, and this classic Kenyan profile is no exception: black currant, hibiscus, and raspberry.\"}'\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11139,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":65280},\"10\":1,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"This is our first of the many Kenyan selections we made this year, and it comes from one of our favorite producing regions in Kenya: Kiambu. In the cup we find Key lime acidity with deep blackberry and mango-like sweetness.\"}'\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11139,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":65280},\"10\":1,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Gaharo Hill and the Bukeye washing station have consistently produced some of our favorite coffees from Burundi. This lot was created from day lots delivered between June 2nd and June 16th. In the cup we find plum, blood orange, and Earl Grey.\"}'\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15235,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":65280},\"10\":1,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"15\":\"Arial\",\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;We couldn't be happier with the quality of coffee we saw from Astrid Medina this season. This is our last Caturra separation from her farm, and each lot continues to impress. In the cup we find a very balanced and structured coffee with excellent sweetness, ripe cherry, integrated citrus acidity, and cacao.\u0026quot;}\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15235,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":65280},\"10\":1,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"15\":\"Arial\",\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Astrid Medina is a force of a coffee producer and an invaluable leader in her community. Since winning the Colombian Cup of Excellence in 2015, she has consistently produced coffees of remarkable quality year after year. In this cup we find rich dark chocolate, fresh raspberries, and notes of pastry.\"}'\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15235,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":65280},\"10\":1,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"15\":\"Arial\",\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Astrid Medina is a force of a coffee producer. Since winning the Colombian Cup of Excellence in 2015, she has consistently produced coffees of remarkable quality year after year. In this cup we find rich dark chocolate, fresh raspberries, and pastry.\"}'\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":13187,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":65280},\"10\":1,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"15\":\"Arial\",\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"It is again an honor to be working with this Gesha lot from our friend and renowned exporter-turned-producer Alejandro Renjifo. This coffee is an affirming reminder of why we love what we do. In the cup we find intoxicating florals of jasmine and honeysuckle, fresh peach, ripe strawberry and citrus oil.\"}'\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_addToCartContainer\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"text_small freeShippingNotification\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"coffee_details coffee_technicalDetails\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_details\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail_title\"\u003eVARIETAL\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail_description\"\u003eSL28\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail_title\"\u003eREGION\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail_description\"\u003eKibugu, Embu County\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail_title\"\u003eALTITUDE\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail_description\"\u003e1,800 masl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail_title\"\u003eHARVEST\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail_description\"\u003eDecember 2025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail_title\"\u003ePROCESSING\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"coffee_technicalDetails_detail_description\"\u003eHand-picked at peak ripeness. Hand-sorted to ensure only the very best cherries are selected. De-pulped. Fermented for ~24 hours. Floated through channels to sort by density and remove remaining defects. Soaked overnight in fresh water. Dried on raised beds for 15 days while continually turned and hand-sorted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"coffee_details coffee_longBlurb\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15235,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":65280},\"10\":1,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"15\":\"Arial\",\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"ABOUT ASTRID MEDINA\\nWe met Astrid at the first Acevedo Cup we participated in around five years ago. She was traveling with Alejandro Renjifo and his exporting company Fairfield Trading in order to share insights and techniques to producers in the region. She is highly ambitious, and is constantly learning and improving year after year. Her main goals are to continue improving the quality of her coffee while minimizing negative environmental impact. She is especially interested in sustainable farming practices using little or no chemical inputs, and improving soil health through the planting of native plants and trees. She has also started teaching her neighboring producers how to improve their quality and avail themselves to the specialty market. Her contribution to specialty coffee within the region of Gaitania cannot be overstated, and it is a true honor to work with her coffee.\"}'\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eABOUT GUCHIENDA ESTATE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an inspiring single-estate project we have been working with for several years. In Kenya, coffee is traditionally purchased through large washing stations, where transparency can be limited. Working directly with a single estate allows for greater traceability, opportunities for variety separations, and a more direct approach to addressing factors like soil health. Guchienda Estate is managed by brothers Edwin and Benson, along with their mother, Esther.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eABOUT SL28\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“SL” is in reference to single tree selections made by Scott Agricultural Laboratories in 1935-1939. SL28 is of the Bourbon genetic group, and was selected for its drought resistance as well as its extremely high cup quality. SL28 is one of the most well-known and well-regarded varieties in Africa. It has consequently spread from Kenya to other parts of Africa as well as Central and South America. 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