Decaf Idido

If you’ve followed Counter Culture over the years, there’s a good chance you’ve tasted coffee from Idido. The cooperative is our longest-running partnership in East Africa, and the quality achieved by their members continues to amaze, time and time again. We decaffeinated a portion of this year’s lot, making this exceptional coffee available to a wider audience. Morning, noon, and night, Decaf Idido sings with flavors of apricot, citrus, and brown sugar.

 Pronunciation: ee-DEE-doh

Decaf Idido, sourced from the Idido region of Ethiopia, represents a focused approach to decaffeinated offerings. Produced by Idido and roasted by Counter Culture Coffee, this selection highlights the potential for quality in decaffeinated lots, which are often evaluated for their ability to retain the inherent characteristics of their origin. While decaffeination processes can sometimes mute the vibrancy of a bean, this coffee is noted for its profile of apricot, citrus, and brown sugar.

When exploring such profiles, it is helpful to reference the flavor wheel to better categorize the nuances of stone fruit and sweetness. Generally, coffees from this region are celebrated for their distinct brightness and complexity. By prioritizing careful processing, roasters aim to bridge the gap between the specific demands of decaffeinated coffee and the nuanced, fruit-forward expectations often associated with high-quality Ethiopian beans.