Gizaw

Creamy & luxurious with layers of mixed berries & stewed fruits.

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Sourced through Perth-based, Ethiopian ex-pats, this fruit filled coffee has been produced by experienced hands. Operating numerous coffee stations, husband and wife team, Gizaw Alemayehu and Frehiwot Mekonnen, are guiding quality to the cup and support to farmers. Following in his father’s footsteps, Gizaw and his wife Frehiwot have fine-tuned their expertise in handling the medley of coffee delivered to their mills from hundreds of small holders. For this lot, the whole, ripe cherries went through the natural process, drying on raised beds for 4-6 weeks intensifying the delicious fruit character in the cup. Beyond turning out quality coffees, Gizaw and Frehiwot’s business is having broader impact within the community of small holder growers with early payment for their harvest, agronomy support and providing an ad-hoc ambulance service.

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Suggested Recipe

Temp: 95°C
In: 22g
Out: 42g
Time: 29sec
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Produced by Gizaw Alemayehu and Frehiwot Mekonnen, this Ethiopian coffee showcases the distinct profile often associated with the region's natural-processed offerings. Coffees from Ethiopia are frequently celebrated for their vibrant, fruit-forward characteristics, and this lot from Five Senses is no exception. The cup presents a complex array of berry and stone-fruit notes, ranging from bright raspberry and strawberry to deeper, stewed-fruit qualities like blackberry and blackcurrant.

When evaluating such a diverse profile, it can be helpful to reference a flavor wheel to better identify the nuances between these fruit-driven descriptors. The natural processing method allows the coffee cherry to impart its inherent sweetness and intensity into the bean during drying, resulting in a cup that is as creamy as it is fruit-forward. This selection highlights the meticulous work of the producers in capturing the essence of their harvest, offering a sensory experience that is both bold and deeply layered.