Miss XX Filter/Espresso - Ethiopia CHELBESA Natural

• Natural: Kriekepot, cassis jam and hoppy

Station manager: Girum Assefa

Lot 1 Processing: Washed for Filter & Nova

Lot 2 Processing: Natural for Miss XX

Importer: Nordic Approach

Rob says: Our award-winning CHELBESA is back—and it’s every bit as captivating as we remember. A washed lot and a natural lot from one of our favorite origins? That’s hard to resist.

Why is the coffee from this washing station so exceptional? The local farmers take immense pride in their harvest, allowing cherries to reach full ripeness before picking to maximize sweetness and complexity. Many believe that the right moment to harvest is guided by divine timing, a philosophy reflected in the patience and care they bring to their work. Some travel for up to two hours on horseback to deliver their cherries to the station.

Anad at the heart of it all is Girum Assefa, whose meticulous management and processing help transform these carefully grown cherries into coffees of remarkable quality.

Produced by Girum Assefa in the Chelbesa region of Ethiopia, this natural-processed coffee represents the distinct character of Ethiopia · Chelbesa. As a natural-processed coffee, the cherries are dried with the fruit intact, a technique that often imparts a heavier body and pronounced fruit-forward sweetness to the final cup. You can learn more about the nuances of this technique in our processing methods explainer.

Roasted by Caffènation, this specific lot is characterized by notes of kriekepot, cassis jam, and a hoppy finish. These descriptors highlight the complex, jammy profile frequently associated with high-quality Ethiopian naturals. To better understand how these specific flavors fit into the broader spectrum of coffee profiles, we recommend consulting our flavor wheel. Whether prepared as a filter brew or an espresso, this coffee offers a vibrant expression of its origin, showcasing the meticulous work of producer Girum Assefa.