Best Kenyan Coffee UK 2026
24 coffees · 10 UK roasters · from £23/kg · ranked by value
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Buying Kenyan coffee in the UK
Kenyan coffee is graded by bean size — AA is the largest (not a quality score, though top AA lots are superb). Expect blackcurrant, tomato and a bright, juicy acidity from the SL28/SL34 varietals. It usually costs more than Colombian or Brazilian, reflecting the labour-intensive double-washing. Keep the roast light-to-medium and brew it as filter to get the famous fruit intensity.
Frequently asked questions
- What does AA mean on Kenyan coffee?
- AA is the largest screen size of bean, not a taste grade. Big beans roast evenly and top AA lots are excellent, but a well-sorted AB lot can taste just as good — judge by the roaster, not the letters alone.
- Why is Kenyan coffee more expensive?
- Kenya’s auction system, meticulous double-washed processing and high-altitude SL varietals push quality — and cost — up. You’re paying for one of the most distinctive, intense cups in specialty coffee.
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