Karani Factory was constructed 1998 and operated by the Kabare Cooperative Society and serves. Mount Kenya is visible from the factory and the surrounding farms. Smallholder farmers grow there trees in sandy volcanic soil which are prime conditions for growing high quality coffee. Coffees from Karani are known for their vibrant acidity and complex flavors. Tasting notes often include ripe fruit, berries, and candy, with some variations highlighting black currant, kumquat, and caramel.