Kenya - Mugaya Coffee

Papaya, Caramel, Apricot

Roast: Light
Process: Washed
Region: Kirinyaga
Producer: Mugaya Smallholder Farmers
Variety: SL28, SL34, Ruiru 11, Baitan
Altitude: 1700-1800 masl

Story from Origin: Mugaya delivers focused processing and consistently high quality. Established in 1975, Mugaya benefits from both the collective support of the co-op and a strategic location at the foot of Mt. Kenya, where volcanic soils and high altitude foster exceptional coffee production.

The factory is one of ten washing stations operating under the Mutira Farmers’ Co-operative Society, located near Kagumo town in the highlands of Kirinyaga. Mugaya benefits from both the collective support of the co-op and a strategic location at the foot of Mt. Kenya, where volcanic soils and high altitude foster exceptional coffee production.

Roughly 1,700 active smallholder farmers deliver their cherries to Mugaya. Each farmer typically manages around 0.1 hectares of land, growing coffee alongside subsistence crops like maize, beans, potatoes, and vegetables. Many also cultivate tea as an additional income source. This mixed farming approach provides resilience for families and helps preserve the region’s biodiversity. (credit Trabocca)

Please note: We roast-to-order so your coffee is as fresh as possible, but that usually means we need a little extra time to get it ready. Orders will be filled as quickly as possible, but please note that orders arriving after Wednesday may be filled the following week. Need coffee sooner? Check out our list of partner locations to find a retailer near you.