You know that we, the Dabov Specialty Coffee team, often like to tell you about this aromatic, unique and so extraordinary experience – the specialty coffee that we fell in love with years ago. The truth is that with each passing day we find more and more reasons to love it more and more, but what is priceless for us is the opportunity to share it with you.

If you follow our blog, you know about the farms where your favorite coffees are grown and the farmers who make sure to always deliver the best quality product, and the awards they win for it.

You know that the production of specialty coffee makes up less than 5% of the total production of coffee in the world, as well as how it is grown, how it is harvested, processed, roasted and how it reaches you.

You know our products that we are most proud of – the pink bio-compostable capsules filled with 100% specialty coffee and specially selected coffee beans, carefully packed in three-layer packages that preserve its taste qualities as much as possible.

You have learned so much about the world of specialty coffee and today we want to share with you what makes Dabov Specialty Coffee stand out in it – the little details that you will always recognize us by.

The beginning of Dabov Specialty Coffee

14 years ago, we created Dabov Specialty Coffee with one main goal – to open the door to the world of specialty coffee on the Bulgarian market and leave our contribution to the development of coffee culture. Over time, in addition to specialty coffee, we began to offer some of the highest quality premium teas and chocolates on the market, with the idea that everyone would have the opportunity to enjoy their favorite hot drink. Since then, we have not only uncompromisingly improved the quality of our products, but also the personal care for each and every customer, because everyone who shares our passion for coffee is part of our big family.

We often like to say that DABOV Specialty Coffee is not a product, but a project – it starts on the farm and ends in the cup, and we are the intermediary responsible to both the farmer and the customer.

In parallel with delighting you with the best coffee from different parts of the planet, we also take care of the farmers from whom we get it, because without them none of this could become a reality. For the coffee beans of the highest quality that they produce, we offer a decent price, which in most cases far exceeds their expectations. This is how we give them the opportunity to improve their standard of living – their families and the families of our employees, and this is a motivator for us to move forward.

Therefore, our main priority is the responsible attitude and care for the farmer’s coffee – we transport it, store it in the best possible way and roast it to the degree most suitable for it, so that coffee of perfect quality reaches you!

The packaging elements that you will always make you recognize us 

As you know, for us specialty coffee is more than a business – it is our greatest passion. And because it is so important to us, we want to present it in the most appropriate way. We’re talking about a luxurious (yet affordable) product that needs a beautiful wrapper that tells its story at a glance.

Everything we do, we refine to perfection – so we’re always sure to bring you the best on the market. For us, this is not just packaging, but added value for our customers, because every element is important, just as every step is so important in the production of coffee.

That is why the mission of Dabov Specialty Coffee is written on the back of our packages – a message that, in a few short sentences, will show you what coffee means to us, namely:

WE BELIEVE IN specialty coffee and all our efforts aim to bring Specialty Coffee taste to your everyday cup of coffee. We are specialized in sourcing, evaluating and roasting extremely tasty and rare coffees from all around the world. Our coffees win more than 84 points out of 100 according to the Alliance of Coffee Excellence ranking system.

Another essential element you can find there is our specially developed Brewing Guide (instructions on how to brew our specialty coffee using different methods) – there we have briefly but comprehensively described everything you need to know to brew the perfect cup coffee by every single different method.

Why is coffee 200.8 grams?

If you have ever wondered why the coffee is sold exactly in 200.8 grams and not 200, as is the standard, this is also a choice of the brand that tells part of our history – the company was founded in 2008 and that is why your specialty coffee is 200 .8 grams.

The symbolism of the embroidery

We chose to put Bulgarian embroidery on the package to show the Bulgarian footprint in the world of specialty coffee. Or in two words: we are proud to be Bulgarians and to be born in our wonderful country. This was the only way to show our love for Bulgaria.

The embroidery is stylized and shows coffee cherries and leafs, so it represents a different look at the world of Specialty Coffee.

On this day, we want to invite you to all of our locations to celebrate 14 years of delicious coffee together!

• Sofia, 58, Lyuben Karavelov Str. – 09:30 – 16:30h (Sat-Sun)
• Sofia, 1, Hristo Botev Blvd. – 09:00 – 17:30h (Sat-Sun)
• Sofia, 28, Angel Kanchev Str. – 09:00 – 18:30h (Sat-Sun)
• Varna, 21, Ivan Vazov Str. – 10:00 – 17h (Sat-Sun)

We look forward to seeing you!

In the far west of Ethiopia, just kilometers from the border with South Sudan, lie the dense, wild-growing jungles of the Bench Maji Zone. It is a place of stunning natural beauty, where one can see the expanse of ancient, overgrown forest from above. This breathtaking landscape is home to the Gesha Village Coffee Estate, a 471-hectare coffee farm that has been built from scratch over the past six years. It is the work of two exceptional farmers who produce coffees as inspiring as their surroundings.

A shared passion for coffee works wonders

Rachel Samuel was born in Ethiopia and rediscovered the beauty of her homeland when she returned there in 2007 to film a documentary about the amazing Ethiopian coffee. During this process, her passion for her homeland and her compatriots awakened, and the coffee industry became her personal mission. The coffee path quickly led her to Willem Booth, a San Francisco Bay Area coffee educator known for his passion for the Geisha variety. He taught her the basics of growing and evaluating coffee with a focus on quality.

She soon returned with her husband Alan to Ethiopia to find suitable land to start their Geisha coffee growing enterprise. For months, they were searching for the perfect location – one with high altitude, sufficient rainfall, moderate climate and other important natural factors needed to produce excellent quality coffee. They found it at Bench Maji. The virgin landscape gave them the unique opportunity to build the coffee farm of their dreams from scratch and also something very special: proximity to the Gori Gesha Forest – the birthplace of the Geisha variety.

They quickly got to work collecting a selection of wild Geisha plant seeds from the Gori Gesha Forest. Once they had this valuable material, they spent month after month tirelessly turning the land into a working coffee farm capable of producing some of the best Geisha coffee in the world. In the past, Western Ethiopia was largely cut off from the global specialty coffee market, but now world-class Geisha coffee is available just a stone’s throw from where it originated.

How is coffee grown in Gesha Village?

Rachel Samuel, her husband Adam Overton and Willem Booth divided the land into eight sub-farms – blocks where they can track the production of their three varieties – Geisha 1931, Gori Geisha and Illubabor Forest – and experiment with different processing and fermentation approaches. The cherries picked from each block are marked to indicate their origin and, through a system they have developed, trace their entire journey from the mill to export. At Gesha Village Coffee Estate, several processing methods are used to bring out the optimal flavor of their cherries, namely natural (dry), wet and honey.

“The development of Gesha Village is a humble story of rebirth, community and innovation. However, we know this is really just the beginning, and we’re excited to continue sharing this journey with the specialty coffee community.” says Adam Overton

Dabov Specialty Coffee and Gesha Village – an invaluable partnership

Knowing what priceless coffees with unique taste qualities are produced in Gesha Village, we could not miss the opportunity to enrich our selection with a very special coffee from this farm. That’s why Jordan Dabov, who visited the Gesha Village plantations back in February, returned with one of their unique coffees.

Here now, 6 months later, we have the opportunity to introduce you to the latest divine addition to our collection of the world’s best coffees: Ethiopia Geisha, produced in Gesha Village.

This perfect taste is hard to describe in words, you just have to try it and let your senses surrender to the amazing combination of notes of jasmine, cherry and peach.

Don’t miss the chance to enjoy it now because the quantity is limited.

And here you can also see footage from Jordan Dabov’s trip to Ethiopia at the beginning of the year: /ethiopia-2022-video-diary-of-the-coffee-hunter/

All pictures are property of and taken from Gesha Village’s wesbite.

On September 22nd, our showroom in Varna opened its doors at 21 Ivan Vazov Street.

The official opening will take place on 25 and 26 September – during these two days we will treat you with a cup of tea or a unique espresso prepared by our coffee hunter and inspiration – Jordan Dabov.

The story, however, turned out to be even more interesting, because exactly 101 years ago on September 22nd the great Bulgarian classicist and patriarch of Bulgarian literature – Ivan Vazov died. On the same day, 101 years later, on the street bearing his name – Ivan Vazov 21 in Varna we opened our doors to welcome you. 

This time we are inviting you not only for coffee, but for a cup of tea, and that’s on purpose. Because few people know that every afternoon Ivan Vazov liked to drink a cup of tea made in a samovar. Whether this quiet moment brought him inspiration or he used it to relax from a long creative day will always remain a mystery. But we want to honor the great Bulgarian author and, inspired by his afternoon ritual, prepare for you an irresistible tea experience. 

And if you come, you’ll have the chance to read his books while enjoying your beverage.

Don’t miss this out!

Over the years, Varna has always been one of our favorite cities where we have concentrated our efforts. Many of Varna’s residents know us from the annual “Food and Wine” exhibitions we used to participate in.

This is the fourth Dabov Specialty Coffee location in Bulgaria that opens its doors. It was a real pleasure for us to introduce the specialty coffee we fell in love with 14 years ago for the first time in our homeland. From that day on, it has become our priority to spread its magic every day – that is our mission. And we’re happy to have the opportunity to keep doing it – thanks to you! 

Like everything else in our household or workplace, coffee machines need good maintenance.

As people who appreciate the unique taste of coffee, we know that to enjoy a perfect cup every day, we need to take good care of the cleanliness of the coffee machine. Whether you have a semi-automatic commercial espresso machine in your coffee shop or a capsule coffee machine at home, we’ll give you a few tips on how you can find out what kind of cleaning your irreplaceable helper in making delicious coffee needs.

Let’s take a look at some of the coffee machines, their components, and how to clean them. It’s easiest to look at the individual components your coffee machine has and clean them accordingly.

If your machine uses capsule coffee:

Let’s start with the capsule coffee machines. If your machine uses capsule coffee, you’ll need to clean the brew chamber, spout, and washer of the machine. This can be done using a cleaning capsule. Using a cleaning capsule is simple, easy and quick but extremely effective. For the maintenance of our capsule coffee machines, we at Dabov Specialty Coffee trust Cleaner Caps, which are specifically designed to degrease and purify the brewing container of a coffee machine. They are ideal for cleaning Nespresso® coffee machines.

If your machine has a frother or other additional dairy equipment:

The milk processing components of coffee machines need a milk fat cleaner as well as descaling of the automatic frothers to prevent and remove milk build-up and clogging of the unit. If not taken care of, these blockages can lead to machine failure. Not to mention that this is a place where bacteria grows very quickly. We recommend MFC Green – an acidic, organic milk frother cleaner that does an excellent job of cleaning milk contaminants without leaving harmful residue or causing corrosion in the coffee machine.

And for those who want to take care of their coffee machine that they use at high speed, we recommend MFC Blue – high performance alkaline milk steamer cleaner. The cleaner is designed for machines used at high frequency.

If your machine has group head(s) (manual and semi-automatic commercial espresso machines):

Espresso machines and their group heads need a concentrated cleaning powder to effectively remove old, unwanted coffee oils, odors and tannins from the head, channels and valves. The powder can be used for routine cleaning of the group head, as well as for cleaning filters, trays and other ancillary equipment. We recommend the EVO powder, which removes oils, sediment and coffee stains, improving the taste and aroma of the espresso. The ingredients are rapidly biodegradable and odorless. It contains no GMOs and is phosphate and chlorine free. The formula is non-corrosive and protects the machine. A measuring scoop is included in the 1 kg boxes.

So that the coffee machine always shines:

Just as the internal components of your coffee machine need special maintenance products, it is advisable to freshen up the exterior with gentle sprays, not only to keep it clean at all times but also to keep it looking shiny for longer. We use Spray and Wipe Green, which is specially formulated for cleaning the exterior surfaces of coffee machines, countertops, tables and all washable hard surfaces. Safe for all parts of the machine as the ingredients and formulas of the product are NSF certified. Leaves no harmful residue and doesn’t cause corrosion. 

Trust Dabov Specialty Coffee for the best detergents and accessories to maintain your coffee-making equipment!

Many people think that coffee is just a way to get energized, and it’s no coincidence that they call it “fuel for the body”, but we believe that at its core it’s a really complex and interesting drink to experiment with. So many wonderful and distinctive flavors!

The interesting thing about filter coffee is that the quality can range from bland and stale, to award winning, rich in flavor and with perfect texture. It all depends on the brewing technique, the right appliances and the coffee beans.

Preparing filter coffee consists of a few simple steps (pouring hot water over the coffee, through a filter, into a pot). There is also the widely known drip coffee, which usually involves an electric machine with a timer that automatically starts the coffee brewing and keeps the pot warm on a hot plate so that people can come back for more hot coffee during the day. Such is most likely to be found in airplanes, hotels and other public places.

Today, however, we’re going to focus on the “pour-over” method, which is a manual way of making filter coffee. It allows much better control over the amount of coffee and the overall result. We will also introduce you to three different devices that we prefer to use for filter coffee: the Chemex, the Hario and the Asobu. With each appliance, the preparation technique is very similar, but the taste is absolutely individual.

What is Chemex?

The Chemex is a wonderful glass flask for pouring coffee, invented in the 1940s by Peter Schlumbom, an enterprising chemist in the USA.
It is recognisable by its wooden neck collar with hanging leather tie. It’s a beautiful piece on display at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, and was nominated by the New York Times as one of the hundred greatest inventions of the twentieth century.
The Chemex filters are also the work of Dr. Schlumbom, a special thick filter paper that prevents oils from the sediment from passing into the pitcher and encourages the “blooming” – more on that in a moment.

Here you can find the perfect Dabov Specialty Coffee set for Chemex

What is Hario V60?

This little beauty is a simple device that can filter coffee directly into a ready-to-drink cup, rather than a pot (although variations are available if you’re brewing for two). It’s great for experimenting with coffee making as it allows different flavors to be revealed, depending on the method being used.
The V60 was invented by the distinguished Japanese manufacturer Hario, who originally produced glassware for scientific laboratories.
Plastic, ceramic and metal varieties are available with special protrusions in the funnel that allow air to pass through for smoother extraction.

We have prepared for you the perfect Hario sets, which contain everything you need to make the perfect V-60 coffee at home. You have to choose which suits best your needs:

Specialty Coffee Slim Starter Pack From Hario – starter pack with all the essentials for the perfect Hario V60.

Specialty Coffee Basic Starter Pack From Hario – for those who want to experiment with two sorts of specialty coffee.

Specialty Coffee Experience Starter Pack From Hario – the perfect pack for anybody who wants to perfect their technique.

What is Asobu?

The advantage of the Asobu device is that with it, there is no need for a paper filter to make the coffee. The sleek glass dripper with stainless steel mesh filter brews clean and refreshing coffee, and the vacuum insulated coffee brewer keeps coffee hot for up to 8 hours. Portable, the steel coffee brewer includes a lid to easily enjoy coffee on the go. The Asobu Pour Over Coffee Maker makes the perfect cup of coffee over and over again.

Here you can find the perfect box in which we have combined the Asobu device with two of the most suitable specialty coffees.

Now, let’s move on to the brewing steps:

STEP 1 – FOLDING AND PRE-WETTING THE PAPER FILTER

Fold the paper filter into the shape of a cone and insert it into the neck of your appliance. Moistening the filter ensures that it will stay in place as it was originally placed, and removes the taste of paper. Remember to discard the water after rinsing!

STEP 2 – CHOOSE YOUR COFFEE

The origin and blend are, of course, your choice. In terms of grind – filter coffee works best with a medium grind, although for Asobu or Hario we recommend grinding a little finer than for Chemex.

Measure 65 grams of coffee for every liter of water. Using this formula, if you use only 250 ml of water, you need 16 g of coffee. Freshly ground coffee is always best, so if possible, grind it just before brewing. Add the coffee to the filter that is already fitted, making sure it is evenly distributed. If desired, you can make a small indentation in the middle to help moisten the coffee.

STEP 3 – HEAT THE WATER

The best option is to use filtered water to prevent minerals from contaminating the flavor, but if you have the option to use tap water only, that’s not a problem either. To be precise, aim for 90-95°C or a kettle that has been left to boil and then cooled for 20-30 seconds. Don’t pour boiling water over the coffee to avoid burning it.

STEP 4 – POUR SOME MORE

Initially, pour in some water, wetting the entire coffee grounds, and leave for 30 seconds in pre-infusion (blooming = the part of the filter coffee brewing process where the coffee gasses are released when the water meets the freshly ground coffee), then you can continue, pouring continuously in small circles around the chute, keeping the water level steady. Bring in as much water as possible – this means a higher brewing temperature and a much more intense flavor extraction. Stir a little to make sure the coffee hasn’t stayed dry.

STEP 5 – REMOVE THE FILTER AND COFFEE BREWER AND POUR INTO YOUR CUP

Once the cup or pot is almost full, you’re done. It’s that easy!

We always drink it black, but of course, the choice of how you enjoy it is completely yours.

With summer in full swing, we’re all already dreaming of a relaxing day at the beach, listening to the sound of the waves crashing on the sand with a refreshing drink in our hand. Unfortunately, we can’t physically take you to the beach, but we can bring this wonderful summer experience to you, because we offer one of its key elements – a cold, refreshing and delicious Cold Brew.

Since very recently, Dabov Specialty Coffee has been an exclusive partner of Hard Tank – a professional Cold Brew system. The Polish brand for Cold Brew equipment has recently launched the HardTank Dispenser – a countertop tap system that can flow either cold brew coffee or cold brew tea, and also nitro cold brew. 

A few weeks ago, the new dispensing system won the SCA Award for Best New Product at the World of Coffee 2022 event in Milan, Italy. The invention serves as a container, cooler and dispenser that draws ready-to-drink coffee from the brewing machine through sealed tubes without oxidation. 

The Baby HardTank Cold Brew Machine also won SCA’s Best New Product Award in 2021. The machine provides the ability to watch the brewing process itself.

About the drink

Cold brew is a beverage made by steeping coffee in cold water. The low temperature of the water affects the taste of the coffee drink. It is refreshing, invigorating and lower in bitterness and also contains many more antioxidants than hot beverages.

Nitro Cold Brew is the way Cold Brew is served. The drink is saturated with nitrogen gas and served from a special tap that generates a ‘cascade effect’ often used by the legendary Guinness beer. Nitro cold brew is incredibly creamy, with a velvety feel on the palate while being quite refreshing.

For the preparation

Brewing a Cold Brew the traditional way is slow and laborious. Furthermore, the shelf life and quality of the drink are reduced because of the production method.

A few of the negatives of making cold brew by hand are the slow production (16-24 hours), the difficult and expensive filtration system (disposable paper filters) and the fact that oxidation during production has a negative impact on the overall quality.

On the other hand, HardTank’s dosing system guarantees 18 liters of cold beverage in just 60 minutes and up to 250 liters of cold brew per day. The system is fully automated, without the use of disposable paper and filters. The extraction is by pressure, which guarantees the purity of the beverage afterwards, i.e. the absence of microorganisms that occur naturally in foods. This enables you to enjoy great cold brewed coffee at any time – for a great summer experience.

Since the time of our grandparents we have heard about our Bulgarian rose oil – about the jam that is made from it, about the cosmetics we see in luxury shops and so much more. The famous Kazanlak rose is the offspring of the Damascena rose, one of the four species of oil-bearing roses grown around the world.

The presence of rose oil and its biochemical composition is the reason for the beneficial effects of the rose. So it is actually only the oil-bearing rose, and not roses in general, that provide all the health benefits you will learn about below.

General benefits of rose

Rose is often used as a treatment for stress, anxiety and depression in phytotherapy and aromatherapy. Rose oil’s ability to aid in cell regeneration is a key component of many pharmacological and nutritional supplements.

However, have you ever tried rose petal tea?

The levels of vitamin C in rose petals are extremely high. One cup of rose petal tea is said to contain the same amount of vitamin C as 60 oranges. Even if it’s not quite that much, it’s undeniable that the rose has strong antioxidant effects.

Likewise, our skin needs a similar level of support. We can consider rose tea a natural beauty product – apart from its vitamin C content, rose functions as a stimulator for the natural creation of collagen, which slows down the aging process.

Rose also has many health benefits for our body. Rose tea increases the production of bile juice, which helps to break down lipids. In addition, it is believed to have probiotic properties and nourishes beneficial gut bacteria.

Rose tea provides a calming and relaxing effect, like most herbal teas. It can be used as a component of general therapy for those experiencing increased stress, anxiety and depression. It can also be used as an enjoyable way to relax, unwind and improve sleep for those experiencing the typical negative effects of everyday stress.

According to a 2015 study, the Damascena rose contains anti-inflammatory and anti-arthritic effects. The study, which used liquid rose extract, also supports the anti-inflammatory properties of rose water, which have been used in folk medicine for generations.

How to make delicious and beneficial rose tea?

Warm water to 100C. Pour 1 tsp or 3-5 buds with 250 ml of hot water, cover and brew for 5-6 minutes. Strain the finished tea and add a little honey if desired.

Othaya Farmers Cooperative Association – Producer of the finest Kenyan coffee

The Othaya Farmers Association is located about 150 km north of the Kenyan capital Nairobi, in the town of Othaya, Nyeri County. It lies between the heights of Mount Kenya and the Aberdare mountain range, at an altitude of 1828 meters. Othaya Farmers Co-operative Society Limited is one of the largest all-farm certified coffee marketing farms in Kenya. They are producers of world renowned Kenyan Arabica, distinguished by its exceptionally high quality.

The Society was incorporated in 1956 as a coffee marketing society with an initial membership of 250 farmers. It currently has 19 factories with a total membership of 15 000 smallholder farmers. The Othaya Farmers Cooperative Association has coffee nurseries, 19 coffee factories/wet mills and warehouses at each of the wet mills to provide agricultural inputs. The society also has a dry mill that services the 19 coffee factories through funding from the sale of members’ shares. 

Othaya Farmers Cooperative Association is a producer of the highest quality Kenyan coffees. Our coffee farmer, Jordan Dabov, had the pleasure of visiting the farms and mills that are part of the association and selecting for you as many as 5 new specialty coffees from Kenya that impress with their flavor and aroma.

Where do the new Kenyan coffee masterpieces come from?

The Kamoini factory

Kenya Kamoini coffee is sourced from family farms located on the southeastern slopes of the Aberdare mountain range in Nyeri County, Kenya. Farmers deliver the harvested cherries to the Kamoini factory (wet mill) for processing. Cooperative members typically grow about 250 coffee trees on half-acre plots, also planted with bananas, grevilleas and macadamia.

This coffee is one of Jordan Dabov’s favorites, and chose it for its balanced fruity-chocolate flavor. “Kenya Kamoini coffee will enchant you with its intense flavor and delicate notes of wild strawberries, blackberries and raspberries wrapped in smooth milk chocolate,” says Jordan Dаbov about the coffee.

Now you can get this specially selected coffee and enjoy its fascinating taste. In our shop it is available in 200 g and 1 kg packs and can be ground according to your desired preparation method.

The Mahiga Factory

Mount Kenya, located in the central province of Kenya, is the second highest peak on the African continent and is an impressive natural landmark. Nyeri is one of the most famous counties in the central part of the country, next to Mount Kenya. The Mahiga factory is located in this area and has 400 members who actively harvest the crop and deliver it to the processing center. The area is characterized by red volcanic soils, rich in phosphorus and well drained, which are ideal for growing the characteristic Kenyan coffee. 

In this coffee you will taste the sweetness of honey, enriched with the freshness of red apple and finished with the mild sugary taste of toffee. “An exceptional coffee” – in the words of our coffee farmer Jordan Dabov.

The Gatugi Factory

Gatugi is a coffee factory that includes a huge amount of wet mills, 18 in total, dating back to the late 1950s. The Gatugi factory is located at just under 1900 meters above sea level, just along the Ichamama River, which is fed by the Karima Forest above it. The small plots of land on which the farmers cultivate help to carefully grade the cherries, which is perhaps the most critical variable in ensuring the quality of the coffee. 

Specialty Coffee Kenya Gatugi is the perfect combination of flavor notes of green apple, white grape and cane sugar. “Sweet and fresh, as all coffee should be in your daily routine,” says Jordan Dabov and recommends it as a daily cup of coffee.

The Gatuyaini Factory

The coffee at the Gatuyaini factory in Kenya’s Nyeri district is grown in red volcanic soils at high altitudes. Under these growing conditions, the coffee beans develop slowly, becoming very full-bodied and rich in aroma with a classic Kenyan flavor profile – bright and complex aromas. Coffee from the Nyeri region is known as the ‘heart of Black Gold coffee’. 

And as for the coffee they produce – Jordan Dabov says this coffee has captivated him with its balance of chocolate and fruit – sweet and fresh.

Enjoy the divinely sweet combination of milk chocolate and honey notes, enriched with the fresh hints of blueberry.

Githiru Farmers Cooperative Society – limited resources but perfect quality

One of the flavors of Dabov Specialty Coffee’s 2022 selection, Kenya Githiru Coffee is produced by the Githiru Farmers Cooperative Society.

The Githiru Farmers Cooperative Society only has one factory, but that doesn’t mean that the coffee produced by them is inferior to its competitors. The farmers grow their coffee at altitudes ranging from 1350 to 1900 meters. There are almost 900 members in Githiru and most of them grow a mixture of SL-28 and SL-34 varieties and small amounts of Ruiru and Batian. Like many Kenyan lots from the mountainous southern slopes of Mount Kenya, Githiru Kenya Coffee is grown in fertile volcanic soil rich in natural phosphorus, resulting in high quality and yield. 

Specialty coffee that captivates the senses with the perfect fruity blend of melon and cranberry combined with the delicate notes of vanilla. For Jordan Dabov, this Kenyan farm coffee is like sweet nectar that melts in the mouth. It should be tried at least once.

Kenya – a perfect mix of tradition and nature

Kenya is renowned for its coffee growing traditions, which today, enriched with technological innovations, give the green bean a unique quality. The country’s natural features are also the basis for its unique flavours and qualities. The abundance of water in the central regions allows the factories to wash and soak their coffee entirely with fresh, cold, river water. Established sorting by grade or bean size is a long-standing tradition that makes the roasting process easier.

Come with us on a journey through the flavours of Kenya and immerse yourself in the magic of Africa with 5 of the finest Kenyan coffees combined in one magical box. In the Kenya box, we’ve saved your much-loved coffees that were part of our coffee game:

1. Kenya Kamoini Coffee – a sensory delight combining the delicate notes of milk chocolate and cream, topped with berry jam
2. Coffee Kenya Gatugi – the perfect combination of green apple, white grape and cane sugar flavours
3. Kenya Githiru Coffee – the perfect fruity combination of melon and cranberry, enriched with delicate hints of vanilla
4. Coffee Kenya Gatujaini – a divinely sweet mix of milk chocolate and honey notes, finished with the fresh notes of cranberry
5. Coffee Kenya Mahiga – the honey sweetness combined with the freshness of red apple and finished with the soft sugary taste of toffee

All coffees included in the Kenya box cannot be purchased separately! The only exception is the Kenya Kamoini coffee, which can be purchased separately from here.

Costa Rican coffee – tradition and heritage 

The story of this coffee began 40 years ago when Ivan’s father started his career as a farmer. From a young age, his work was always related to coffee crops – either picking coffee or helping his parents in the daily activities associated with production.

In 2014, the farm La Esmeralda, which is part of the larger farm Agua y Manto (9th place in 2020 COE), was purchased with great effort by the whole family. In the beginning, the priority was to produce avocados and other fruits from the region. Learning more and more about the specifics of farming, the family began to discover the potential of this land and its great qualities.

Тhe challenges of growing coffee

Since they already had some knowledge regarding coffee, the Ureña family decided to start with a small level. The first question and challenge they faced was deciding which variety to plant so that it would adapt best to the high altitude of the farm. In the end, they settled on several different coffee varieties and planted a few of each, deciding after two years and based on the results to keep Geisha, SL28 and Costa Rica 95.

“Growing coffee at this altitude is a great challenge that proves the patience and perseverance of the farmers. We have spared no effort during these 5 years to try to produce one of the best coffees in the world.”

The next big challenge they faced was processing the coffee. Although Ivan’s father had some experience, the whole family had to learn this new activity. Therefore, they started visiting other experienced micro-mills in the region to get tips and learn about the different processes.

The biggest reward – winning Cup of Excellence

All these challenges motivate the members of the Ureña family to continue their dedicated work and acquire new and crucial knowledge about coffee cultivation. The results are not delayed – in 2021, they achieve victory in the most prestigious specialty coffee competition – the Cup of Excellence – winning first place or their coffee is named the most delicious coffee of the year produced in Costa Rica. The funds from the sale of the Cup of Excellence auction are reinvested in the farm, which aims to achieve sustainable development over time and produce even better coffees. Thanks to this success, they have the opportunity to build a new greenhouse in which to try out new production processes. Ivan believes that innovation in coffee production will repay them in the future in a fitting way. 

“We know that we still have many challenges ahead of us, but we will continue to move forward with the conviction that we are producing excellent quality coffee in a sustainable way that is respectful of the environment and society.”

Coffee Beans Costa Rica La Esmeralda Dota – Geisha

This spring, our coffee hunter Jordan Dabov visited Fazenda La Esmeralda and after tasting this amazing coffee, he was able to convince Ivan to sell it to us. This is the last bag the family had saved for themselves and close friends.

The latest exclusive addition to Dabov’s specialty coffee collection – Coffee Beans Costa Rica La Esmeralda Dota – Geisha- impresses with its delicate notes of peach, jasmine and watermelon. Be among the first to try it – limited quantity!

A chance to win 1kg of coffee of the month for August!

We invite you to embark on an unforgettable adventure with the flavours of Kenya with five magnificent coffees.

They have been specially selected by our coffee hunter, Jordan Dabov, and have been grown with care and attention by our friends and partners at Kenya Farms.

Perhaps you too are curious as to why he chose these five coffees during his travels in Kenya. We offer you the opportunity to find out for yourself! With Degustation Box Kenya, you’ll have the unique chance to step into our coffee hunter’s shoes and blind taste the five coffees to determine for yourself what flavors and aromas they have!

We’ll make sure these five coffees come to you with no information about variety, roast profile or flavor notes. And with free shipping!

And that’s not all! If you purchase Degustation Box Kenya, you’ll have the opportunity to vote for the specialty coffee that has captivated your senses. The coffee with the most votes will become the coffee of the month for August and one of you will have the chance to win 1kg of it!

What can you win?

Anyone who purchases a Degustation Box Kenya by 26 July 2022 is eligible to enter a prize draw to win an amazing prize – a 1kg pack of the coffee that gets the most votes.

All you have to do is try each of the amazing specialty coffees from Kenya and let us know which one is your favourite.

The coffee that wins the hearts of the most people will become August’s Coffee of the Month. And one of you will win 1 kg. of it!

Enjoy these 5 wonderful flavours from Kenya and when you choose your favourite, write its number in our poll along with your order number.

If you bought the box from one of our stores in Sofia, write the number of your receipt.

On 01.08.2022, we will announce the coffee with the most votes and the winner, who will be delighted with 1 kg of it.

What does the box contain?

5 packs x 200g with different coffees from Kenya

Grab your Limited Edition Kenya Tasting Box with 5 coffees and try your luck in our game!

All that’s left to do is choose whether you want your coffee beans or ground for a specific appliance and add it to your basket!