Bulk Rate - Sidama

Featuring vibrant blueberry, sweet honey, and notes of peach and cocoa, Sidama is a fantastic upgrade for your daily drinker. We love brewing it with filter methods such as a drip pot, pourover, or Aeropress to bring out the clean, layered fruit flavors in every cup. A French Press will highlight its deeper cocoa richness and honey sweetness, while a well-tuned espresso reveals a balanced mix of blueberry and peach with a smooth, chocolaty finish.

• Origin: Ethiopia

Region: Sidama

• Process: Natural

• Elevation: 1800-2200 masl

• Variety: Heirloom

• Tasting Notes: Blueberry, Honey, Peach, Cocoa

• Importing Partner: Primavera Green Coffee

• Partnership length with Firelight: 3 years

• Brewing method recommendation: Batch Brew, Pourover, Aeropress

Sourced from the Sidama region of Ethiopia, this Bulk Rate offering from Firelight Coffee showcases the distinct profile of Heirloom varietals grown at elevations between 1800 and 2200 masl. The coffee undergoes a natural process, a method where the fruit remains intact during drying, which often contributes to a heavier body and pronounced sweetness in the cup.

In this specific lot, the roaster identifies notes of blueberry, honey, peach, and cocoa. These descriptors align with the complex, fruit-forward characteristics frequently associated with high-altitude Ethiopian coffees. To better understand how these specific flavors are categorized within the broader spectrum of coffee quality, you can consult the flavor wheel. This selection highlights the traditional processing techniques and regional diversity that define the Sidama coffee landscape, offering a balanced experience that bridges bright stone fruit acidity with a rich, cocoa-toned finish.