ETHIOPIA | Guji Shakiso
■ FLAVOR COMMENT
The subtle spice of ginger and the verbal floral notes of chamomile are impressive, while the citrus flavors of grapefruit and lemon are supported by the sweetness of red apple and honey, and the soft, juicy fruitiness of apricot and pear.
■ FLAVOR NOTE
Grapefruits, Pear, Camomile, Ginger
■ INFORMATION
Located in the kebele of Udo Hadama in the Shakiso district of Guji, Ethiopia, Shakiso Station is home to over 500 smallholder farmers who bring their cherries to the area. Located at an altitude of 1,950-2,100m, it is an important base for specialty coffee production in the Guji zone.
The cherries grown by farmers and brought to the station include native varieties such as Badessa, Wolichu and Kudume, as well as improved varieties such as 74158, 74112 and 74110.
The station employs 14 full-time staff and approximately 250 seasonal workers during the harvest season, and is committed to equal opportunity and ethical working conditions. It has also obtained international certifications, including organic and RFA, and is committed to sustainable production and fair trade practices.
The cherries are hand-selected, and any imperfect or overripe beans are removed before being fermented in tanks for 36-48 hours, followed by a thorough washing process to bring out the clean, distinct flavor.
Country of origin: Ethiopia
Production area: Oromia, East Guji,
Refinery/ Shakiso station
Producers/Smallholders
Altitude: 1,950 ~ 2,100m
Variety/Heirloom
Refining method: Washed
Standard/G1
Klopp/2024/25
Roast level: Light roast