ETHIOPIA KAYON MOUNTAIN

Tasting Notes: Blueberry, Lavender, Apricot ,Golden Raisin, Merlot Wine

Kayon Mountain Coffee Farm is located in the Oromia region, in the Odo Shakiso district of the Guji zone. Coffees from the Guji region, such as this one, are well known for their vibrant jam-like fruit characteristics. A 2024 Golden Bean Medalist, this particular coffee has a beautiful, wine-like character in addition to the fruit forward flavors—an incredible combination!

Founded in 2012, Kayon Mountain is owned and operated by Ismael Hassen and his family. Their goal is to produce the high-quality coffee using socially responsible, biodynamic farming practices. Of the 500 hectares his family owns, only half the land is used for farming, with the remainder preserved as wild forest. Coffee plants are grown under a shade canopy of indigenous trees. Compost and natural fertilizers are used to keep plants healthy and organic practices are followed to manage weeds and pests—avoiding the use of harsh chemicals. 

Coffee is hand-picked with strict ripeness guidelines. Natural coffees, such as this lot, begin drying the day of picking on raised beds. While drying, the coffee cherries are regularly rotated to ensure even drying. Kayon Mountain owns their own eco-milling equipment, and fully processes their coffee right at the farm. 

COFFEE INFORMATION

Country: Ethiopia  Region: Guji Producer: Kayon Mountain Coffee Farm Altitude: 1,900-2,200 meters Varietal: Ethiopia Heirloom Varietals  Processing: Natural Net Weight: 340g / 12 oz

AWARDS AND RECONGINITIONS

• 2024 Golden Bean Bronze Medalist

Sourced from the Guji region, the Ethiopia Kayon Mountain is a standout offering from Joe Bean Coffee Roasters. This lot is produced at the Kayon Mountain Coffee Farm, where the high-elevation environment supports the cultivation of Heirloom coffee trees. By utilizing a natural process, the farm allows the coffee cherry to dry around the bean, a technique often associated with pronounced sweetness and complex, fruit-forward profiles.

In the cup, this coffee presents a vibrant array of flavors, ranging from deep stone fruit and berry notes to delicate floral undertones. These characteristics are common in high-quality Ethiopian coffees, which are frequently celebrated for their aromatic intensity and nuanced acidity. To better understand how these specific descriptors align with broader sensory categories, you can explore the flavor wheel. This selection highlights the distinct terroir of Guji and the meticulous post-harvest handling required to achieve such a refined, wine-like character.