Ethiopia - Banko Gotiti - Washed

Banko Gotiti is a small municipality located on the eastern edge of the Gedeb district, part of the highly-coveted Gedeo Zone, a narrow section of plateau dense with savvy farmers whose coffee is known as “Yirgacheffe”, after the zone’s most famous district. The Gedeb district is more remote than the rest of Gedeo, and somewhat more transient: its namesake city of Gedeb is a bustling trade outpost that links far-reaching commerce between Gedeo and Guji zones. And, it must be mentioned, Gedeb also produces some of the most beautifully crisp and floral fully washed coffees one can find anywhere in Ethiopia. The coffee producing communities throughout Gedeb are larger here than in central Gedeo and can reach some of the highest growing elevations for coffee in the world.

This lot we enjoyed for its sweetness and vibrant fruit and acidity.

Sourced from the Gedeb district within the Gedeo Zone, this Ethiopia - Banko Gotiti selection represents the hallmark profile of one of the world’s most storied coffee origins. As detailed in our regional guide, coffees from this area are frequently celebrated for their complex, nuanced character. This specific lot has been prepared using the washed process, a method typically employed to highlight the inherent clarity and vibrant acidity of the bean by removing the fruit pulp before drying.

Roasted by Blossom Coffee Roasters, this offering invites a deeper exploration of the flavor wheel. While washed-processed coffees from Ethiopia are generally recognized for their clean, tea-like profiles and bright, citrus-forward notes, the unique terroir of Banko Gotiti provides a distinct expression of the region’s high-quality heirloom varieties. This coffee serves as an excellent example of how meticulous post-harvest handling can elevate the delicate characteristics of Ethiopian beans.