Ethiopia · Natural
Modern Espresso - our fruity espresso
Roasted by Da Matteo
Fruity natural process Ethiopian espresso with cranberry, apricot and lemon zest notes.
From the roaster
500 or 1000 grams of whole roasted coffee beans.
100%
Country of origin: Ethiopia Region: Guji Producer: Hadeso Process method: Natural Arabica variety: JARC varieties Altitude: 1850 - 2100 masl
Taste profile: Sweet and tealike with notes of cranberry, apricot and lemon zest.
The content of our Modern Espresso concept changes throughout the season and sometimes consists of a single origin coffee, sometimes a blend. Even though the coffee itself is changing over time you can always count on our Modern Espresso to be creamy and sweet, with a balanced acidity and low bitterness.
— Da Matteo
Context
Da Matteo's Modern Espresso showcases Ethiopian beans from the Guji region, where producer Hadeso cultivates JARC varieties at elevations between 1850–2100 masl. The natural processing method applied here emphasizes the fruit-forward character typical of this approach, with the roaster identifying sweet, tea-like, and bright citrus notes alongside cranberry and apricot.
Ethiopia's Guji region has become recognized for coffees that balance complexity with clarity. This espresso blend draws those regional characteristics into a format designed for concentrated extraction, making it an accessible entry point for exploring how origin, elevation, and process interact to shape a cup's sensory profile. Refer to the flavor wheel to contextualize the noted tasting characteristics.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Modern Espresso - our fruity espresso grown?
Modern Espresso - our fruity espresso, roasted by Da Matteo, is sourced from Guji, Ethiopia.
What does Modern Espresso - our fruity espresso taste like?
Expect tasting notes of sweet, tealike, cranberry, apricot, and lemon zest.
How is Modern Espresso - our fruity espresso processed?
Modern Espresso - our fruity espresso uses the Natural process.
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