ETHIOPIA • Shakisso
FULLY WASHED PROCESS
This lot is the result of the passion and hard work of 500 smallholder farmers from Ethiopia’s Guji region, who deliver their ripe cherries to the Hadeso washing station. Located around 300 to 400 km south of Addis Ababa, Guji is known for producing vibrant, characterful coffees. The result? A cup full of energy, local flavor, and authentic craft.
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tangerine • berry notes • juicy • peach • black tea
Due to the size of most plots, coffee is typically handpicked by landowners and their family.
All coffee is selectively hand-harvested before being delivered to Guji Hadeso washing station. At the washing station, coffee is sorted to remove damaged or underripe cherry and is then delivered to the pulpers to be pulped typically within 6 to 8 hours after harvesting to prevent further natural fermentation. After pulping, coffee is fermented in tanks for 36 to 48 hours. During this process, water is frequently replaced.
Once fermentation is complete the parchment is thoroughly washed and is then graded in washing channels, until mucilage is completely removed.
After washing, the coffee is delivered to raised beds to dry under parabolic shade net for 5 to 7 days until moisture content reaches 11-12%. During this time, the coffee is regularly turned and hand sorted several times to remove any damaged or discolored beans.
Juicy and clean with balanced tangerine acidity and delicious berry notes, this washed lot from Guji Hadeso washing station is unique thanks to the range of local varieties and microclimates.
225 grams • whole bean coffee
Roasted both for ESPRESSO and FILTER
