Ethiopia Slow Dry - Filter Roast 250g

What you will expect from the cup…

Caramel, Peach Tea, Citrus, Floral Finish

Some Information...

Region: Gedeb 

 Variety: Heirloom

Process: Slow Dry Natural

Altitude:2150-2200

About the process...

The best cherries are bought from nearby farmers. Coffee is initially floated to remove quakers, then placed on drying beds for 20-25 days, under a special greenhouse roof. Green beans are handpicked by local women removing defects.

About the farm...

About Ephtah Specialty Coffee

Ephtah Specialty Coffee is dedicated to building sustainable and collaborative supply chains that benefit customers, farmers, and their communities. The company emphasizes promoting the role of women in the coffee industry, recognizing their pivotal role in driving social and economic change in Ethiopia. Ephtah ensures quality at every stage of the shipment process, focusing on providing the highest quality green coffee beans and maintaining satisfaction among all stakeholders in the supply chain.

Lalesa Washing Station

The Lalesa washing station is located in Gedeb, a region with a population of over 300,000 people. The area is predominantly Christian Protestant, with some Orthodox Christians, and the primary language spoken is Gedeoiniya. The community celebrates its main annual New Year festival on January 18th, and Enset (false banana) is the staple food. The Siqe river delineates the border between Gedeo, Guji, and the Southern regional state from Oromia.

Social and Environmental Impact

Ephtah Specialty Coffee is dedicated to social and environmental projects. The company provides initial payments to farmers upon receipt of their coffee and supports them with quality premiums, second payments, and assistance with school fees. Future investment plans include expanding the Ama Commitment scheme, building a water tank for flotation, increasing the number of drying beds, and cultivating additional crops on the land to support local markets.