Chelbesa

Summary

Chelbesa is an Ethiopian coffee from the Gedeb district of Gedeo, grown at 1950–2200 m by over 760 smallholders delivering to the Chelbesa washing station, managed by Ephath. Native Gedeo varieties Wolisho, Dega and Kurume are washed, fermented in ceramic tanks and dried 10–15 days on raised beds. The cup shows caramel sweetness, bright citrus, fresh red fruits, tropical fruit, blackberry, mandarin, starfruit and a hint of wine, with light body and bright acidity. SCA score 88.5.

Details

Format

Bean

Roast profile

Omniroast

Decaffeinated

No

Price

€€€€

Cupping score

88.5

Region

Gedeb Chelbesa, Gedeo

Producer

Chelbesa washing station (Ephath)

Altitude

2200 m.a.s.l

Variety

Wolisho, Heirloom, Dega, Kurume

Notes

Caramel, Mandarin, Wine, Blackberry, Starfruit

The roaster

Cafés San Agustín

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