Ethiopia: Abiyot Ageze

Abiyot Ageze has been a coffee leader in the woreda (district), and he operates two washing stations including this one. He is known for his focus on quality with consistent fermentations of washed coffees and meticulous sorting and drying. The farmers who deliver cherries to Abiyot Ageze’s washing station are in the southwestern part of Ethiopia with small farms surrounding the village of Konga. Producers in this area often have small plots of land (1-2 hectars) and use part of their land to grow food crops for personal consumption. This is another beautiful Farm Gate coffee.

Cupping Notes: Mandarin zest, black tea, and very light floral

Brew Recommendations: Drip, French Press, pour over.

Farm Gate Coffee: Farmers paid at least 50% above Fair Trade

Varietal: JARC 74110 and JARC 74112

Region: Gebedo woreda

Altitude: 1900 – 2100 meters

Process: Wet processed (washed) and patio sun-dried on raised beds

Equity Pricing (EP) Levels

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Sourced from the Gebedo woreda in Ethiopia, this lot is produced by Abiyot Ageze. The coffee features the JARC 74110 varietal, a selection often celebrated for its refined profile. As a washed coffee, the processing method emphasizes the inherent clarity of the bean, allowing the delicate characteristics of the region to shine through. Offered by Keia & Martyn's Coffee, the cup presents notes of mandarin zest, black tea, and a very light floral quality.

Washed coffees are generally recognized for their clean, bright acidity and ability to highlight the specific terroir of the growing environment. When evaluating such nuanced profiles, enthusiasts often consult a flavor wheel to better identify the subtle interplay between citrus-forward aromatics and tea-like structures. This particular selection from the 1900-2100 masl range showcases the meticulous care taken by producers in the Gebedo region to maintain the integrity of the harvest.