Ethiopia Daye Bensa

The Shantawene farm placed 7th out of more than 1,400 entries in the 2020 Cup of Excellence in Ethiopia. While this coffee is different from the competition submission, it comes from the same site and harvest and reflects the overall quality. Expect a complex yet intense cup that shines across brew methods, including pour over, cold brew, and espresso.

In 2006, brothers Asefa and Mulugeta Dukamo founded Daye Bensa, a coffee grower and exporter in Ethiopia. The company exports coffee from its Shantawene farm as well as from smallholder out growers in the villages of Shantawene, Karamo, and Bombe.

The Shantawene lot is named after the village where most of the farm’s workers live, many of whom are women.

Each year, Daye Bensa hosts an Out Growers Day, bringing together nearly 1,000 farmers to celebrate their harvests and receive second payments for their coffee cherry contributions. The top three farmers from each village are also recognized with certificates and cash prizes for consistently delivering high quality cherries.

Looking ahead, Daye Bensa plans to expand its work with farmers, with a focus on supporting women producers and partnering with Hawassa University to advance coffee quality research.

Sourced from the Shantawene region, this Ethiopia Daye Bensa offering represents the meticulous work of the Daye Bensa production team. Ethiopia is widely recognized as the birthplace of Arabica, and coffees from this specific area are frequently celebrated for their complex, nuanced profiles. When exploring the diverse characteristics of such origins, enthusiasts often find it helpful to reference the flavor wheel to better identify the subtle aromatic layers present in the cup.

This particular selection is brought to market by Mostra Coffee, a roaster known for highlighting the distinct terroir of their sourcing partners. While Ethiopian coffees are often categorized by their vibrant acidity and intricate floral or citrus notes, the specific character of any lot is shaped by the unique environmental conditions of its harvest. By focusing on the Shantawene region, this coffee provides a focused look at the regional identity that defines this storied coffee-growing landscape.