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2025 Koko; Lot #159, Washed - Ethiopia

Roasted by Sey Coffee

This lot from the Koko site in the Bona region of Sidama features notes of stone fruit, Key lime, and watermelon.

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2025 Koko; Lot #159, Washed - Ethiopia — Sey Coffee
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stone fruitKey limewatermelon

From the roaster

This is our first year working with the Koko site in the Bona region of Sidama. All the cherry for this lot was collected from extremely high elevations and carefully curated by our exporting partners at Elto. In the cup we find stone fruit, Key lime, and watermelon.

— Sey Coffee

Context

Sourced from the Koko site in the Bona region of Sidama, this 2025 Koko lot represents the distinct profile of Ethiopia · Bona, Sidama. As a washed coffee, it undergoes a meticulous processing method that typically emphasizes clarity and acidity, allowing the inherent characteristics of the region to shine through. Roasted by Sey Coffee, this specific selection—Lot #159—is defined by vibrant notes of stone fruit, Key lime, and watermelon.

When evaluating such profiles, it is helpful to reference a flavor wheel to better categorize these bright, fruit-forward sensations. While washed coffees from this region are often celebrated for their clean, tea-like elegance and precise acidity, the specific interplay of citrus and melon found here highlights the unique terroir of the Koko site. This lot serves as a compelling example of how careful processing and roasting can highlight the nuanced, refreshing qualities characteristic of high-quality Ethiopian harvests.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is 2025 Koko; Lot #159, Washed - Ethiopia grown?

2025 Koko; Lot #159, Washed - Ethiopia, roasted by Sey Coffee, is sourced from Sidamo, Ethiopia.

What does 2025 Koko; Lot #159, Washed - Ethiopia taste like?

Expect tasting notes of stone fruit, Key lime, and watermelon.

How is 2025 Koko; Lot #159, Washed - Ethiopia processed?

2025 Koko; Lot #159, Washed - Ethiopia uses the Washed process.

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