Ethiopia Mullugeta Muntasha Natural

Mullugeta Muntasha’s journey from truck driver to esteemed coffee producer reflects his passion and dedication. Raised in Bursa, a region where coffee was once unknown, Mullugeta returned to his roots in 2021 to establish Dawencho, a drying station that soon earned accolades in the Cup of Excellence. By 2022, four of the top 10 winners were from his lots, including the top-ranking coffee from his brother-in-law. This natural lot reflects his hard work and dedication to elevating coffee production in his home region.

The Ethiopia Mullugeta Muntasha Natural, sourced by Onyx Coffee Lab, represents a distinct expression of the Bursa region. As a natural-processed coffee, this lot reflects the traditional processing methods common to the area, where the coffee cherry is dried intact around the bean. Generally, natural-processed coffees from Ethiopia are celebrated for their potential to develop intense, fruit-forward profiles and a syrupy body, often contrasting with the cleaner, more acidic characteristics found in washed counterparts.

Produced by Mullugeta Muntasha, this selection highlights the specific terroir of Bursa. When evaluating the complexities of such a unique origin, it is helpful to reference the flavor wheel to better identify the nuanced aromatics and taste descriptors present in the cup. By focusing on the intersection of producer expertise and regional environmental factors, this coffee offers a compelling look at the diversity of Ethiopian specialty production.