Moliendo Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Local Coffee Beans 1000 gr.
Ethiopia Yirgacheffe is one of Africa's most well-known coffees. With its flavor, aroma, and smooth taste, it fully deserves this reputation. It's a coffee that works wonders with both hot and cold brews, convincing even those who prefer their coffee with milk and sugar to drink it plain.
Characteristics
Bean Type:Typica
Tasting Notes:Mixed Fruity, Milk Chocolate, Sweet Lemon,
Aroma (Smell):Floral, Sweet
Body:High, Full-Full
Altitude:1700m - 2200m
Harvest Period:October - December
Processing:Washed, Sun-Dried
Acidity:Medium, Soft, and Citric
Taste:A subtle, evocative beginning, with fruit and chocolate flavors that become more pronounced as the sip spreads through the mouth, a sweet, lemony aftertaste that begins to emerge after a few sips, a smooth finish, and a lingering, soft palate.
Coffees grown in the Yirgacheffe region of Ethiopia hold a special place in the hearts of coffee lovers worldwide, a coffee that makes them want to drink again after trying three or four different regions types.
Yirgacheffe is a washed coffee. There are not many coffee washing stations in Ethiopia. The majority of production is dry-processed. After the coffee cherry is dried, it is separated from the beans, and coffees processed using this method retain a small amount of fruit residue. These residues, called "honey," enhance the coffee's fruity flavor. However, when processed using washing, the fruit is completely separated from the beans, leaving only the bean flavor.
Establishing a washing station is a very costly investment for the Ethiopian economy. But before the cost, water is needed for washing, and we're talking about Ethiopia. It's one of the countries with the highest drought and water scarcity, and this information is ingrained in our minds. Coffees are graded from 1 to 9 based on various evaluations based on size consistency, quality, defect rate, and variety. Grade 1 and 2 coffees, which are more valuable for washing processing, are preferred. The Yirgacheffe region produces mostly Grade 2 and above coffees, and the majority of the product is processed using washing.
Detailed Information
Ethiopia's state administration has undergone numerous changes over the past 40 years. Various systems have been implemented, ranging from militaristic Marxist ideology to a federal system. Each of these systems has ended in popular dissatisfaction, rebellion, and political turmoil. From 1998 to 2000, Ethiopia went to war with Eritrea. This war resulted in numerous deaths and widespread misery. It also restricted access to land and created an economic downturn. For a country with such a low economic standing, the cost of this war has reached billions of dollars.
Amidst the turbulent political and economic climate, coffee cultivation in Ethiopia has also suffered. In 2003, the price of coffee fell to an all-time low. The price of coffee no longer covered the cost of production, and as a result, many farmers abandoned their crops. They faced a very difficult time, lacking sufficient funds to pay for repairs to their homes, buy clothing, or educate their children. Many farmers were forced to migrate from their farms to the cities.
Despite all these conditions and challenges, coffee remains Ethiopia's largest export. The interest in specialty coffee production and the fertility of these lands, the homeland of coffee, continue to heal the country's economy daily.
Yirgacheffe coffee has a distinctive flavor. While harvest periods, lots, and brewing stations vary, the main characteristics are balanced acidity, fruity flavors, and sweet lemon. It offers highly acclaimed results in both cold and hot brews.
