{"title":"Ethiopian Coffee","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"2216\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003eEthiopia is widely regarded as the origin of coffee and is celebrated for its complexity, aromatics, and floral character. Depending on the region and processing method, Ethiopian coffees can show notes of jasmine, bergamot, citrus, and ripe fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2481\" data-end=\"2616\"\u003eThese coffees are particularly suited to filter brewing, where their delicate and expressive flavour profiles can be fully appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dak-strawberry-kiss-ethiopia","title":"DAK – Strawberry Kiss 250g | Ethiopia","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"559\" data-start=\"538\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"559\" data-start=\"538\"\u003eAbout This Coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"474\"\u003eStrawberry Kiss is a returning favourite in the DAK lineup, sourced from the \u003cstrong\u003eRumu Damo washing station in Sidama, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e. Processed naturally, this lot highlights the vibrant fruit character that has made Ethiopian coffees so beloved among specialty coffee drinkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"700\"\u003eThe cup is lively and expressive, with layered sweetness and bright acidity. Expect juicy notes of strawberry, star fruit and apricot, creating a playful and refreshing profile that shines both as filter and modern espresso.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003eRumu Damo sits at exceptionally high elevation and has built a strong reputation for quality, \u003cstrong\u003eplacing 2nd and 3rd in the 2020 Ethiopia Cup of Excellence\u003c\/strong\u003e. The washing station is operated by Daye Bensa, a respected producer and exporter established in 1996. Working with a network of local out-growers across the Bensa region of Sidama, Daye Bensa has become known for consistency, resilience and a long-standing commitment to producing outstanding Ethiopian coffees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1000\" data-start=\"908\"\u003eFreshly roasted by \u003cstrong data-end=\"963\" data-start=\"927\"\u003eDAK Coffee Roasters in Amsterdam\u003c\/strong\u003e and imported to the UK by ROAST EDIT Co.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DAK Coffee Roasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55435385209217,"sku":"DAK-SKISS-F-250","price":16.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/5450\/0225\/files\/Image1.jpg?v=1773680788"},{"product_id":"nomad-coffee-abebe-hewiso-250g-ethiopia","title":"NOMAD – Abebe Hewiso 250g | Ethiopia","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"559\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"559\"\u003eAbout This Coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"515\"\u003eAbebe Hewiso grows coffee in Bona Zuria, in Ethiopia’s Sidamo region, at elevations reaching over 2,100 metres above sea level. On his 3.2-hectare farm, he cultivates JARC 74110 under a traditional agroforestry system that supports biodiversity and encourages long-term soil health. His work forms part of the Lalisaa Project, an initiative led by Sucafina Ethiopia that supports small producers through agronomic training, improved access to financing and stronger direct relationships with international roasters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"912\"\u003eLalisaa — meaning “flourishing” in Amharic — brings together nearly 100 producers across regions including Kochere, Gedeb, Yirgacheffe, Shakiso, Bule Hora and Sidamo, all focused on quality improvement and sustainable production. Through the project, Abebe has continued refining his harvesting and processing methods, producing coffees known for their \u003cstrong\u003esweetness, clarity and balance in the cup\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003eThis lot is processed using a traditional natural method. Fully ripe cherries are selectively hand-harvested before being dried slowly on raised African beds for between 23 and 28 days. During drying, the cherries are regularly turned to ensure even dehydration and carefully covered during intense sunlight and overnight periods to protect stability and preserve cup quality. The extended drying process enhances the coffee’s natural sweetness while developing floral complexity and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003eThe cup is sweet, elegant and beautifully balanced, opening with\u003cstrong\u003e notes of pear, camomile and loquat\u003c\/strong\u003e. Honey-like sweetness and delicate florals are supported by panela and soft cocoa powder, while a silky body and medium acidity bring freshness and clarity throughout. A refined and expressive Sidamo natural with a balanced, harmonious finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1849\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eFreshly roasted by \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eNOMAD Coffee in Barcelona\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and imported to the UK by ROAST EDIT Co.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NOMAD Coffee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55693230113153,"sku":"NOM-ABEB-F-250","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/5450\/0225\/files\/nomad-abebe-ethiopia-F.ET.ABEB.jpg?v=1779061151"},{"product_id":"manhattan-coffee-kebena-decaf-ethiopia","title":"Manhattan – Kebena Decaf 250g | Ethiopia","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"559\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"559\"\u003eAbout This Coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"24\" data-end=\"167\"\u003eKebena Decaf is \u003cstrong\u003ea beautifully expressive Ethiopian decaf\u003c\/strong\u003e that proves caffeine-free coffee does not have to compromise on flavour or complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"509\"\u003eProduced by Haider Abamecha at Limu Kossa in Ethiopia’s Jimma Zone, this lot undergoes traditional washed processing before being decaffeinated in Germany using the \u003cstrong\u003enatural EA\u003c\/strong\u003e (ethyl acetate) method derived from sugarcane. The result is a cup that retains remarkable sweetness, clarity and structure while remaining smooth and approachable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"675\"\u003eExpect \u003cstrong\u003enotes of grape, bramble and caramelized almond\u003c\/strong\u003e, supported by a rounded mouthfeel and gentle sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"988\"\u003eThe coffee itself comes from Haider’s original Limu Kossa farm, situated between 1,865 and 2,090 metres above sea level. Here, Ethiopian varieties including JARC 74110 and 74112 are grown in rich high-altitude conditions that help produce the vibrant fruit character and layered sweetness Ethiopia is known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003eHaider Abamecha has worked in coffee for more than 30 years, beginning as a small-scale supplier before establishing his export business in 2011. Today, he manages extensive farms and collection networks across the region while continuing to invest heavily in quality, sustainability and local communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003eDecaf coffees are often expected to taste muted or overly roasted, but \u003cstrong\u003eKebena retains the lively fruit and elegant structure that make Ethiopian coffees so distinctive\u003c\/strong\u003e. For us, it is a reminder of just how far modern decaffeination has come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003eFreshly roasted by \u003cstrong data-end=\"963\" data-start=\"927\"\u003eManhattan Coffee Roasters in Rotterdam\u003c\/strong\u003e and imported to the UK by ROAST EDIT Co.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Manhattan Coffee Roasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55695996551553,"sku":"MAN-KEB-D-E-250","price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/5450\/0225\/files\/Manhattan-coffee-Kebena-decaf-ethiopia.jpg?v=1779124776"},{"product_id":"nomad-coffee-bochesa-ethiopia","title":"NOMAD – Bochesa 250g | Ethiopia","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"559\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"559\"\u003eAbout This Coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"24\" data-end=\"212\"\u003eThis washed Ethiopian espresso from Bochesa Station is a vibrant and beautifully structured coffee that showcases the clarity and sweetness Sidama is capable of producing at high altitude.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"214\" data-end=\"682\"\u003eGrown in Arbegona Wereda in eastern Sidama at elevations between 2,000 and 2,100 metres above sea level, the coffee comes from more than 800 small local producers cultivating native Ethiopian varieties including 74110 and 74112. Founded in 2022, Bochesa Station has quickly developed a reputation for meticulous processing and a strong community-focused approach, supporting growers through premium payments, seedlings and ongoing investment into local infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003eThe processing is exceptionally detailed. After careful hand selection, the coffee is pulped and fermented in temperature-controlled water tanks for 12–16 hours before undergoing a second washing stage. Drying then takes place slowly on raised African beds for 10–14 days, followed by a stabilisation period in parchment before export. \u003cstrong\u003eThe result is an espresso with remarkable cleanliness, structure and flavour separation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003eIn the cup, \u003cstrong\u003eexpect juicy notes of nectarine and tangerine layered over a smooth honeyed sweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e. As the coffee cools, softer notes of cocoa powder, peach and a subtle tropical brightness begin to emerge, leading into a delicate floral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003eThis is a modern Ethiopian espresso that feels expressive and vibrant while still remaining beautifully balanced and easy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003eFreshly roasted by \u003cstrong data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"963\"\u003eNOMAD Coffee in Barcelona\u003c\/strong\u003e and imported to the UK by ROAST EDIT Co.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NOMAD Coffee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55696260137345,"sku":"NOM-BOCH-E-250","price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/5450\/0225\/files\/nomad-bochesa-ethiopia-E.ET.BOCH.jpg?v=1779127889"},{"product_id":"dak-coffee-rumba-ethiopia","title":"DAK – Rumba 200g | Ethiopia","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"559\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"559\"\u003eAbout This Coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"222\" data-start=\"24\"\u003eRumba is a beautifully expressive Ethiopian natural from \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eDAK Coffee Roasters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e that showcases just how exciting modern fermentation techniques can become when handled with precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"607\" data-start=\"224\"\u003eProduced at Gatta Farm in Sidama Bensa at around 2,120 metres above sea level, \u003cstrong\u003ethis lot uses local Ethiopian landrace varieties processed as a yeast-assisted semi-anaerobic natural\u003c\/strong\u003e. The project was developed in collaboration with one of DAK’s long-term partners, who returned to Ethiopia for a third consecutive year to continue experimenting with fermentation and yeast cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"834\" data-start=\"609\"\u003eThe result is intensely fruity but remarkably controlled. Expect notes of \u003cstrong\u003estewed strawberries, apricot and brown sugar\u003c\/strong\u003e, supported by a silky body and \u003cstrong\u003ea subtle boozy character\u003c\/strong\u003e that adds complexity without overpowering the cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1218\" data-start=\"836\"\u003eGatta Farm itself has a unique story. Originally natural forest land, the site was identified by Daye Bensa cofounder Mulugeta Dukamo during the construction of Gafisse Station. Coffee planting began in 2013, with the drying station established in 2017. The surrounding forest still plays an important role today, providing natural shade for both the farm and drying infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1567\" data-start=\"1220\"\u003eThe project also has a strong community focus. Plantation work, harvesting and processing are carried out largely by local residents, with women heavily involved in quality control and processing. Alongside the drying station, Gatta Farm now includes accommodation facilities and a dedicated training centre focused on coffee processing education.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1741\" data-start=\"1569\"\u003eIn the cup, Rumba captures the more refined side of experimental Ethiopian coffee — \u003cstrong\u003ehighly expressive and fruit-driven\u003c\/strong\u003e, but still clean, balanced and structured throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003eFreshly roasted by \u003cstrong data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"963\"\u003eDAK Coffee Roasters in Amsterdam\u003c\/strong\u003e and imported to the UK by ROAST EDIT Co.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DAK Coffee Roasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55696667869569,"sku":"DAK-RUMB-F-200","price":16.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/5450\/0225\/files\/dak-coffee-rumba-ethiopia.jpg?v=1779130376"}],"url":"https:\/\/roastedit.co.uk\/collections\/ethiopian-coffee-beans.oembed","provider":"Roast Edit","version":"1.0","type":"link"}