- Country – Ethiopia
- Region – Lalesa
- Farm – Halo Beriti
- Varietal – Heirloom
- Process – Natural
- Cup Score – 87.5
- Altitude – 2150-2200 masl
Tasting Notes:
Peach, Blood Orange, Chocolate
Farm overview:
The Lalesa, Gedeb lot, grown at an elevation of 2150-2200 is naturally grown under the shade of trees, primarily Ensete (false banana tree). The best cherries are bought from farmers in Halo Bariti. The coffee is initially floated to remove immature beans, then placed on drying beds for 12-15 days. Green beans are handpicked by local women. The processing methods are chosen to maximize quality. Once dried and stored, the coffee is transported to Moplaco in Gerji, Addis Ababa, and then moved to Djibouti via train.
Ephtah who supports this lot, has undertaken several social and environmental projects associated with this coffee. A day care centre for farmers' children is set to open in Gedeb, and some of the women farmers in the area are part of the Ama Commitment scheme. Payments to farmers are structured with an initial payment made as soon as the coffee is received at the site, ensuring timely income for the coffee.
Oh and most importantly this coffee is simply delicious!