Ethiopia Sidamo (Unwashed)

Country: Ethiopia Region: Sidamo Cooperative: Sidama Coffee Farmers Cooperative Union

Naturally processed in the old world, unwashed, sun-dried tradition, this coffee is jam packed with character.  Unwashed coffees of this caliber require extensive additional focus and labor when harvesting, sorting, and drying.  Due to the additional work and resulting quality improvements, we support the cooperatives with quality premiums beyond the social premiums from the Fair trade contracts. The fragrance and aroma have distinct strawberry and maple notes. Low, light acidity and a sweet medium body from the start are complemented with dried berry fruit flavors. Semi-sweet cocoa undertones carry the finish to great lengths. We roast this at a lighter degree to highlight the pure fruit and berry tones.  Because the body is increased as a result of the unwashed method, the coffee lends itself to all types of brewing, especially those of you who exclusively drip brew.  Single origin espresso brewing produces intense flavors but slightly lighter body, making it a beautiful single cup ristretto.