Tutti Frutti - Ethiopia

This lot comes from smallholder farmers around Gedeb, in the Gedeo Zone of southern Ethiopia, where coffee grows at 2,200 masl. At this altitude cherries mature slowly, building the sweetness and aromatic intensity the area is known for. They are delivered to the Lalesa cooperative and processed as a black honey: pulped with all of the mucilage left intact, then dried slowly under shade to develop depth and body while holding onto clarity.

Expressive and fruit-forward in the cup, with papaya, mango and cherry. At its best as filter, for a deep, sweet and fruity cup, though it also stands up well as a flavour-driven espresso.