This coffee is produced in the Woreda of Hambella Wamenna, Guji region. It stood out on the cupping
table with hits of peach, lime and floral, spring-like sensory notes. Slow cherry maturation from the high altitude coffees used in this project deliver delicate green fruit acidity and citrus bursts which is complemented by a smooth, rounded mouthfeel. The washing station employs 33 permanent members
of staff with around 350 seasonal workers joining the team during harvest season. This lot uses coffees
collected from 361 local smallholders. The contributing farmers are all registered and a part of the Kerchanshe support network set up by Israel Degfa. This network helps smallholders and their families with access to healthcare, education and agricultural support.

Processing

Washed processed coffees from Guji undergo meticulous processing where the ripe cherries
are pulped to remove the outer skin and mucilage. The beans are then fermented and thoroughly washed before being dried on raised beds or patios. This method imparts clarity and crispness to the cup, highlighting the nuanced acidity, floral tones, and intricate fruity flavours that characterize Guji coffees.
The region’s unique microclimates and highaltitude terroir contribute to the distinct and sought-after profiles of washed Guji coffees in the specialty coffee market.

Varietal

In Guji, coffee cultivation predominantly revolves around heirloom varietals. These heirloom varieties
are a mix of indigenous Ethiopian coffee plants that have evolved over centuries, adapting to the region’s
specific microclimates and altitudes. Due to the complex intermingling of genetic diversity, it is challenging to pinpoint specific heirloom varietals in Guji. However, the use of these diverse and locally
adapted plants contributes to the exceptional cup profiles found in Guji coffees. Heirloom varietals in
Guji are prized for their ability to produce coffees with a broad spectrum of flavours, including bright acidity, floral notes, and a rich complexity that characterizes Ethiopian specialty coffees.