DAK - Cranberry Lane | Kenya

Details:

• Origin: Kenya 🇰🇪 — Endebess Estate, Trans‑Nzoia County
• Producer: Endebess Estate
• Varieties: SL‑28, SL‑34, Ruiru 11, Batian 
• Process: Natural 
• Elevation: ~1,800 m above sea level  
• Roast Level: Espresso‑focused
• Bag Size: 250 g 
• Tasting Notes: Cranberries 🍒 • Blood orange 🍊 • Milky oolong 🍵 • Cacao nibs 🍫  

Intro:

DAK Coffee Roasters is pleased to offer Cranberry Lane, a vibrant and layered espresso‑oriented coffee drawn from a rare natural Kenyan lot at Endebess Estate on the western slopes of Mount Elgon. While Kenya is traditionally known for its washed coffees, this natural processed lot brings expressive fruit intensity and structural depth, making it an exciting and richly‑flavoured espresso experience. 

 

 

The Producer:

This coffee originates from Endebess Estate in Trans‑Nzoia County, located on the fertile and elevated slopes of Kenya’s Mount Elgon. Here, a field blend of several classic Kenyan varietals — including SL‑28, SL‑34, Ruiru 11, and Batian — thrive in the region’s cool climate and rich soils. Often smallholder producers contribute cherries to stations like Endebess, where quality and care in post‑harvest handling shape distinctive and compelling coffee lots. 

 

 

The Process:

Unlike many Kenyan coffees that are washed, Cranberry Lane is processed naturally — meaning cherries are dried whole after harvest. This extended contact between bean and fruit during drying enhances fruit sweetness and body, leading to a deeper, more layered cup profile. For espresso, this process brings forward intense sweetness, fruit complexity, and a rich structural balance that can withstand extraction without becoming confounded. 

 

 

The Cup:

In the cup as an espresso, Cranberry Lane is vibrant and expressive. The first impression is bold cranberries 🍒, followed by juicy blood orange 🍊 acidity that brightens the profile. Subtle creamy milky oolong 🍵 tea‑like aromatics add a refined layer, while cacao nibs 🍫 provide grounding sweetness and a satisfying finish. The result is structured yet approachable — with fruit forwardness balanced by chocolaty depth. 

 

 

Overall:

DAK’s Cranberry Lane is a standout example of how natural Kenyan coffee can deliver both intensity and nuance. With its bright fruit character, rich complexity, and well‑rounded sweetness, it’s a thrilling choice for espresso lovers who enjoy fruit‑driven profiles that retain balance and clarity.