Ethiopia is widely regarded as the birthplace of coffee, with a rich cultural heritage surrounding this beloved beverage. The country's diverse climate and altitude create ideal growing conditions for coffee, particularly in regions like Sidamo, Yirgacheffe, and Harrar. Ethiopian coffee is known for its unique flavors and aromas, often showcasing distinct notes of fruit, floral, and wine-like characteristics. The traditional coffee ceremony is an integral part of Ethiopian culture, symbolizing hospitality and community. The cultivation of coffee has not only shaped Ethiopia’s economy but also its social fabric, making it a vital aspect of life for many Ethiopians.
About the Coffee
Ethiopia
Sidamo
Washed
1500 - 2200 masl
Arabica
GrainPro or similar
60
83.0
We create our Green Coffee Extract just once, made out of fresh water and all the soluble solids within coffee (minus the caffeine). Before decaffeination, the green coffee is rehydrated to prepare for the target moisture level that is ideal for caffeine removal. GCE (Green Coffee Extract) is continuously circulated around the green coffee for a period of 8-10 hours, until there is no more than 0.1% of caffeine remaining in the green coffee. Caffeine is removed from the GCE through a proprietary carbon filter system, and the carbon is sent for regeneration to remove the caffeine, so that it can be reused. During decaffeination, our GCE is constantly being refreshed and renewed. We also continuously monitor the health of our GCE to ensure it can continue to operate at its best. This way, we don't need to create a new batch of GCE for every new batch of green coffee.
Sidamo, a renowned coffee-growing region in Ethiopia, stands out as a producer of exceptional Arabica beans. Blessed with high altitudes ranging from 1,500 to 2,200 meters above sea level, Sidamo benefits from cool temperatures and ample sunlight, ideal for slow coffee cherry maturation and flavor development. The region's unique terroir, characterized by volcanic soils and diverse microclimates, imparts distinctive characteristics to the coffee, resulting in complex flavor profiles with notes of fruitiness, floral aromas, and a smooth, winey acidity. Sidamo's commitment to traditional coffee cultivation methods, often involving smallholder farmers and meticulous hand-picking, ensures the production of high-quality coffee sought after by discerning coffee enthusiasts worldwide.
Annual Rainfall
1200 - 1800 mm
Temperature
15-20 °C
Harvest & Shipping Calendar
