Coffee growing region in Yirgacheffe, Ethiopia

YIRGACHEFFE

Ethiopia

The Region

Where coffee begins its journey.

Coffee's birthplace, where wild Arabica still grows in forest and heirloom varieties resist easy classification.

Growing Conditions

Small plots shaded by native trees, farmed largely by hand across the highlands of the Gedeo and Sidama zones.

Harvest

October to January, hand-picked in multiple passes for peak ripeness.

Altitude

1,850–2,200m

Flavour

Floral · Citrus · Tea-like