Ethiopia Yaye Premium Natural Filter - Single Origin

Ethiopia Yaye Premium Natural Filter - Single Origin.

This lot is sourced from 20 carefully selected producers in the Chericho kebele of Arbegona. These producers are identified through Testi Specialty Coffee’s Premium Cherry Selection program, which recognises consistent delivery of high quality, well managed cherry.

Cherry selection begins at the farm level, with producers incentivised through premium pricing to deliver optimally ripe fruit. At Yaye washing station, intake protocols are highly selective, with additional sorting and floatation used to standardise quality prior to processing.

Coffee is processed using a controlled natural method, with cherries dried on raised beds in 5cm layers and turned frequently to regulate fermentation and ensure even moisture loss, while being covered during peak heat and overnight to minimise thermal stress and reabsorption. As drying progresses to the raisin stage at around 25 percent moisture, layer depth is increased to stabilise drying rate and prevent uneven fermentation. Over approximately 30 days, moisture is reduced to 12 percent through careful management of airflow, bed depth, and continuous defect sorting to maintain consistency and physical integrity.

PROCESS: W

REGION: P

ELEVATION: 1

VARIETAL: T

CUP: L

ROAST: F

The Ethiopia Yaye Premium Natural Filter, sourced by Code Black Coffee, represents a distinct expression from the Arbegona region of Ethiopia. As a natural-processed coffee, this lot undergoes a drying phase where the cherry remains intact around the bean, a technique often associated with increased sweetness and complex fruit profiles. While natural-processed coffees generally tend to exhibit heavier body and pronounced fruit-forward characteristics, this specific selection highlights a nuanced balance of berries, citrus, and floral notes.

Understanding the impact of post-harvest handling is essential for appreciating the final cup, as the processing methods significantly influence the sensory outcome. For those looking to further explore the vocabulary used to describe these profiles, referencing a flavor wheel can provide a helpful framework for identifying the interplay between the bright citrus acidity and the delicate floral aromatics present in this single-origin offering.