In short: Kipkoimet (also known as Kipkomet Factory) is a black tea estate in the Nandi Hills region of Kenya, operated by Eastern Produce Kenya Ltd and recorded as supplying Finlays.
Kipkoimet—also referred to as Kipkomet Factory—is a black tea estate located in the Nandi Hills region of Kenya, at an altitude of 2,057 metres. It is operated by Eastern Produce Kenya Ltd, a company that manages a portfolio of estates in the country. The estate is recorded as a supplier to Finlays, one of the established names in the global tea trade.
Terroir & Climate
At 2,057 metres above sea level, Kipkoimet sits well within the high-altitude band that characterises much of Kenya's tea-growing landscape. Estates at this elevation typically experience cooler temperatures and significant diurnal variation, conditions that tend to slow the growth cycle and encourage the development of complex biochemical compounds in the leaf. The Nandi Hills region, positioned close to the equator, generally benefits from relatively consistent rainfall distributed across two main seasons, supporting year-round cultivation.
High-altitude estates in western Kenya often contend with mist and cloud cover, factors that can moderate direct sun exposure and contribute to slower, more nuanced leaf development. Soils in the Nandi Hills are typically volcanic in origin, which generally supports robust root systems and nutrient uptake. These environmental conditions tend to favour the production of teas with good body and brightness, characteristics commonly associated with Kenyan high-grown leaf.
Tea Produced
Kipkoimet produces black tea, the dominant category across Kenya's commercial estates. Teas from the Nandi Hills grown at elevations above 2,000 metres typically yield a bright, coppery liquor with brisk astringency and a clean finish. The cup profile often exhibits malty or slightly floral notes, with the body and colour that make Kenyan teas well-suited to blending. Estates at this altitude generally produce leaf that performs consistently in both straight offerings and as a base or complement in breakfast-style blends.
Supply Chain & Market Position
Kipkoimet is recorded as supplying Finlays, a vertically integrated business with extensive sourcing, processing, and blending operations across East Africa and beyond. This connection positions the estate within a supply chain oriented toward volume buyers—major tea brands and packers in Europe, the Middle East, and other export markets. Finlays' involvement typically signals that the estate's output meets the quality and consistency benchmarks required for large-scale commercial blending, and that its production is managed within established standards for traceability and processing efficiency.
- Recorded supplier to Finlays
Operator
Eastern Produce Kenya Ltd operates Kipkoimet as part of a wider estate portfolio; the company manages six other tea-growing properties recorded in our directory. This multi-estate structure often allows for consolidated agronomic oversight, shared processing infrastructure, and economies of scale in logistics and quality assurance. Eastern Produce Kenya is part of the Camellia group, a London-listed agribusiness with tea and macadamia interests across East Africa and South Asia.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory) lies at 0.1031, 35.1764 in Nandi Hills, Kenya. Its 2057 m elevation is the 3rd highest of 5 estates we map in Nandi Hills. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Kibwari Tea Factory-Toiyoi — under 1 km away · Nandi
- Kamarich Empowerment Tea Factory Ltd — under 1 km away · Nandi
- Kipchimchim Group, Emrok Tea Factory — under 1 km away · Nandi
- KIBWARI (Kibwari Factory) — under 1 km away
- Eastern Produce Of Kenya, Kapsumbeiwa Tea\u00a0 Factory, Sokot — 1.4 km away · Nandi
Estates at a Similar Altitude to KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory)
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory) (2,057 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory) recorded 1,660 mm in 2025, 5% more than the 1,579 mm average across these estates: at the same height, local weather and exposure matter as much as elevation.
| Estate | Where | Elevation | Rain 2025 | Mean high |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KIAMOKAMA | Keroka, Kenya | 2,059 m | 1,210 mm | 23.5 °C |
| DUNSANDLE ESTATE | TAMIL NADU, India | 2,054 m | 1,941 mm | 20.5 °C |
| KIPSONOI | Kericho, Kenya | 2,054 m | 1,236 mm | 23.0 °C |
| Happy valley | West Bengal, India | 2,071 m | 2,294 mm | 17.1 °C |
| Sorwathe S.A.R.L. | Kinihira Sector, Rwanda | 2,026 m | 1,213 mm | 22.0 °C |
KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory) Compared with Nandi Hills
In Nandi Hills, KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory) is the driest of the 5 estates by 2025 rainfall; higher than 50% of the others by elevation; cooler than 75% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory) against the 4 other estates we map in Nandi Hills, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory) | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 2,057 m | 2,066 m | 1,987 to 2,132 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,660 mm | 1,693 mm | 1,660 to 1,973 mm |
| Mean daily high | 22.0 °C | 22.2 °C | 21.6 to 22.8 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 11.2 °C | 11.3 °C | 10.8 to 12.1 °C |
Observed Climate at KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory) (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory)’s coordinates recorded 1,660 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was March (237 mm) and the driest was February (14 mm). Daytime highs averaged 22.0 °C and overnight lows 11.2 °C over the year; February was the warmest month and August the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,660 mm |
| Wettest month | March (237 mm) |
| Driest month | February (14 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 22.0 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 11.2 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory) located?
KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory) is in Nandi Hills, Kenya, at coordinates 0.1031, 35.1764, at an elevation of about 2057 metres.
Who operates KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory)?
KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory) is operated by Eastern Produce Kenya Ltd, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory) produce?
KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory) is recorded as producing black tea.
Which buyers does KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory) supply?
Public supplier disclosures record KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory) as supplying Finlays.
How much rain does KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory) receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,660 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in March (237 mm).
How does KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory) compare with estates at a similar elevation?
KIPKOIMET (Kipkomet Factory) recorded 1,660 mm in 2025, 5% more rain than the 1,579 mm average of estates at a similar elevation.
Data sources: public supply-chain disclosures (Ethical Tea Partnership member lists, Rainforest Alliance certificate holders and retailer supplier disclosures); climate figures are ERA5 reanalysis modelled for the estate’s coordinates via Open-Meteo (calendar year 2025); coordinates and elevations from geocoded records. Spotted an error? Email [email protected].
