Arsosala

Rich, mixed berries with vibrant acidity & delicate jasmine.

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Within the celebrated region of Guji, Ethiopia, 1200 small holder farmers around the Arsosala village are delivering their ripe harvest to the local washing station. Founded in 2015, the station receives these Bourbon and Typica variety cherries and meticulously dries them on raised beds for 15-17 days with the iconic natural process fruit flavours developing that whole time. The perfect growing conditions of Ethiopia and skillful work at the farm and washing station means we all get to enjoy these delicious cups full of rich, mixed berry with a vibrant acidity & delicate jasmine.

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Suggested Recipe

In: 22g
Out: 39g
Time: 29sec
Temp: 95°C
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Sourced from the Guji region of Ethiopia, Arsosala is a natural-processed offering from Five Senses. This coffee features the Bourbon varietal, which is widely recognized for its balanced sweetness and complex cup profile. Because this lot undergoes a natural process, the coffee cherry is dried intact with the bean, a method that often imparts a heavier body and pronounced fruit-forward characteristics to the final cup.

When evaluating the sensory experience of this coffee, drinkers may find it helpful to reference a flavor wheel to identify the distinct notes of berry, blackcurrant, blueberry, and jasmine. While natural-processed coffees often exhibit intense fruitiness and floral aromatics, the specific interplay of these flavors in Arsosala highlights the unique terroir of Guji. This selection represents a classic example of how traditional processing techniques can elevate the inherent qualities of the Bourbon varietal.