Ethiopia Chelelektu

The Chelelektu is sweet, structured coffee with stone-fruit fruit sweetness. Ripe peaches, vanilla and honey are the main flavor notes, with some jasmine and black tea coming through as well. 

Coffee Details

This fully-washed coffee is from the Chelelektu washing station, located in the highly-revered Yirgacheffe growing region of Ethiopia. This is a beautiful coffee, laden with stone-fruit fruit sweetness. The body is silky and structured, and the finish is lingering. This cup is very pleasant as drip, but is also a good option for single origin espresso.

 

Brew Recipes

Sourced from the renowned Ethiopia · Yirgacheffe region, this Ethiopia Chelelektu is processed at the Chelelektu washing station. As a washed coffee, it undergoes a meticulous processing method that typically emphasizes a clean, vibrant acidity and distinct clarity in the cup. Case Coffee Roasters highlights a delicate profile featuring ripe peaches, vanilla, honey, jasmine, and black tea.

In the broader context of specialty coffee, Yirgacheffe selections are frequently celebrated for their nuanced, tea-like elegance and aromatic complexity. When evaluating these specific flavor descriptors, it can be helpful to reference a flavor wheel to better identify the subtle interplay between the floral jasmine notes and the sweet, stone-fruit characteristics present in this lot. This coffee serves as a classic example of the refined, high-altitude profiles that have solidified the reputation of the Yirgacheffe region among enthusiasts worldwide.