Archival Release #52 - Mullugeta Muntasha - 2024

Mullugeta Muntasha is one of a small but growing number of farmers in recent years who has been able to grow and process his own coffee for direct export out of Ethiopia, using his own milling and drying infrastructure. Originally a truck driver who was introduced to the coffee trade while delivering coffee cherry to privately owned wet mills, Mullugeta returned to his hometown of Bursa in 2021 to start his own washing station named Dawencho. Just one year later, coffee from a local farmer group that was processed at his washing station, as well as lots of his own, were awarded top prizes at the Cup of Excellence competition.

The majority of this final roast of Mullugeta's 2024 harvest is natural processed, with a small amount of washed process included that was remaining at the end of our allotment. The flavor profile is fruit forward but exceptionally clean, with flavors of fresh berries, apricot, and tropical fruit undertones, accompanied by classic Ethiopian florals and a balanced citrus acidity.

Archival Release #52 features a natural-processed coffee from producer Mullugeta Muntasha, grown in the Bursa region of Ethiopia. As detailed in our processing methods explainer, the natural method involves drying the coffee cherry intact, a technique that often imparts a distinct sweetness and complexity to the final cup. Coffees from this specific Ethiopian origin are frequently celebrated for their vibrant, fruit-forward profiles and delicate aromatics.

Sourced by Passenger Coffee, this release highlights a bright, layered character defined by notes of fresh berries, apricot, tropical fruit, florals, and citrus acidity. When evaluating these nuanced characteristics, we recommend referencing the flavor wheel to better identify the specific fruit and floral descriptors present in the cup. This lot serves as a compelling example of the unique terroir found within the Bursa region, showcasing the clarity and intensity that can be achieved through careful traditional processing.