Ethiopia · Washed
Ethiopia Metad Benti Nenqa Washed
Roasted by Intelligentsia Coffee
This washed single-origin coffee from METAD marks the return of Benti Nenqa to our menu for the first time since 2015.
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From the roaster
Our collaboration with METAD has anchored our Ethiopia sourcing program since we started working together a decade ago. The return of Benti Nenqa to our single-origin menu for the first time since 2015 brings us full-circle: it was the source of some of the earliest lots we sourced from METAD. This is the first in a series of washed single-origin releases from METAD featuring the best selections of the season.
— Intelligentsia Coffee
Context
The Ethiopia Metad Benti Nenqa Washed, sourced by Intelligentsia Coffee, represents the meticulous standards maintained by the producer, METAD. Hailing from the renowned coffee-growing landscapes of Ethiopia, this lot undergoes a traditional washed process. In the context of specialty coffee, washed processing is often utilized to highlight the inherent clarity and acidity of the bean, stripping away the fruit pulp before drying to ensure a clean, consistent cup profile.
For those exploring the nuances of this origin, understanding the impact of processing methods is essential to identifying how specific techniques influence the final brew. As you evaluate the characteristics of this particular selection, we encourage you to reference the flavor wheel to better articulate the complex sensory experience provided by this high-quality Ethiopian coffee. By focusing on the intersection of regional terroir and careful post-harvest handling, this entry offers a window into the sophisticated production practices defining modern Ethiopian exports.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Ethiopia Metad Benti Nenqa Washed grown?
Ethiopia Metad Benti Nenqa Washed, roasted by Intelligentsia Coffee, is sourced from Sidamo, Ethiopia.
How is Ethiopia Metad Benti Nenqa Washed processed?
Ethiopia Metad Benti Nenqa Washed uses the Washed process.
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