Dikitu

Lemon-lime ice cream, juicy apricot & floral bergamot.

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Ripe cherries from over 350 farmers in the celebrated Guji zone go into this delicious coffee and the expertise at the Dikitu washing station ensures a consistency and quality that makes the most of these high altitude coffees. A day and a half bumpy drive south of the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa, red clay hills rise to over 2000masl. Here, husband and wife team, Gizaw Alemayehu and Frehiwot Mekonnen, manage the Dikitu washing station, purchasing ripe cherries from local small holder farmers and putting them through the washed process before exporting. As farmers themselves, Gizaw and Frehiwot, understand the needs of their producers; extending agronomy support, price premiums and farm inputs along with many other initiatives resulting in a delicious coffee whose production can have real impact.

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Suggested Recipe

In: 21.5g

Out: 45g

Time: 27sec

Temp: 95°C

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Sourced from the Guji region of Ethiopia, Dikitu is a washed coffee produced by Gizaw Alemayehu and Frehiwot Mekonnen. Grown at 2000 masl, this lot is roasted by Five Senses and features a bright profile defined by apricot, bergamot, citrus, lemon, lime, and floral notes.

Washed coffees are typically celebrated for their ability to highlight the inherent clarity and acidity of the bean, as the processing method removes the fruit flesh before drying to ensure a clean cup. In the context of Ethiopian profiles, these characteristics often align with the delicate, tea-like qualities frequently sought by enthusiasts. To better understand how these specific descriptors relate to the broader spectrum of coffee profiles, you can explore the flavor wheel. This selection offers a refined look at the distinct terroir of Guji, emphasizing the vibrant, citrus-forward elegance that defines high-altitude production in this renowned coffee-growing origin.