ETHIOPIA BANKO GOTITI LEIZE

In Banko Gotiti, Gedeb, coffee grows beneath indigenous shade trees across the highlands of southern Ethiopia. Cultivated by smallholder farmers at elevations reaching 2,200 metres, each harvest is brought together by Ephtah Specialty Coffee. Founded by Wubit Bekele, Ephtah places equal importance on coffee quality and the people behind its production.

For this lot, ripe cherries are carefully selected before being spread across raised African drying beds. Left to dry naturally under the Ethiopian sun, the cherries gradually develop their character. It is a considered approach to coffee production where the work of farmers and careful processing come together in every cup.

A refined expression of natural Ethiopia with a delicate interplay of fresh berries and stone fruits. On the hand brew, expect subtle persimmon citrus with the gentle sweetness of limoncello. Blueberry emerges as the cup develops, adding depth to its otherwise delicate character. As espresso, the profile shifts towards deeper tropical fruits with notes of mata kuching, lychee and longan. With milk, it reveals a creamy texture layered with soft cacao powder and hints of apricot. Despite its natural process, the coffee carries an exceptional clarity and refined sweetness often associated with washed coffees.