KIRI – Is a Kikuyu name meaning “where there is.” MARA – Is a Kikuyu name referring to the glacier at the top of the mountain.

Kirimara is in the Central Kenya region on the windward side of Mount Kenya facing the glacier, 18 miles as the crow flies to the peak of Mt. Kenya close to an ancient elephant migration corridor connecting this mountain with the Aberdare Mountain Range. These areas are significant water catchment and wildlife habitats. There has been no recent cutting of trees, and the bush, trees and rivers are home to various wildlife species including birds, fish, insects and worms. Coffee pulp from the estate is used as recycled manure. The farm also uses organic animal manure in average quantities. The estate is covered by a variety of trees including Acacia, Eucalyptus, Grevillea, Albizia, Jacaranda various Fig Trees, and indigenous bushes.

Kirimara Primary School is located on the edge of the farm on land that was jointly contributed by neighboring farms (Kirimara Estate included). All young children of school going age in the country are required to attend free primary school. Kirimara Estate does not employ children. Youth between ages 14-17 years are allowed to work during school holidays but only if accompanied by parents or guardians.

Kenyan coffee enjoys a celebrated reputation for its bold and distinctive flavor. Thanks to drying in "african beds" there is the sweet aroma of honey, a vibrant wine-like acidity, giving way to a citrus acidity and flavors reminiscent of plum and apricot. In the cup you will find deep fruit tones of currants and berries, an intense lemon peel essence and a penetrating complexity of flavor that reveals itself slowly from first sip to last.