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Suke Quoto - Ethiopia

Roasted by The Mad Priest Coffee Roasters

A light roast, washed coffee from Guji, Ethiopia featuring bright lime and lemon soda character with candy apple sweetness.

Suke Quoto - Ethiopia — The Mad Priest Coffee Roasters
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limelemon sodapoppy aciditycandy apple sweetness

From the roaster

A light roast, washed coffee from Guji, Ethiopia. Bright lime and lemon soda character with a poppy acidity and candy apple sweetness that carries through the finish.

— The Mad Priest Coffee Roasters

Context

Sourced from the Guji region of Ethiopia, the Suke Quoto is a washed coffee roasted by The Mad Priest Coffee Roasters. While washed coffees are generally celebrated for their ability to highlight the inherent clarity and vibrant acidity of the bean, this specific lot presents a profile defined by bright citrus notes of lime and lemon soda, balanced by a distinct candy apple sweetness and poppy acidity.

Understanding the impact of post-harvest techniques is essential for any enthusiast, as the processing methods employed at the mill significantly influence the final cup profile. By comparing these characteristics against a flavor wheel, one can better appreciate how the unique terroir of Guji contributes to the nuanced, sparkling acidity found in this selection. This coffee serves as a quintessential example of the refined, clean cup profiles that have made Ethiopian coffees a cornerstone of specialty coffee culture.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Suke Quoto - Ethiopia grown?

Suke Quoto - Ethiopia, roasted by The Mad Priest Coffee Roasters, is sourced from Guji, Ethiopia.

What does Suke Quoto - Ethiopia taste like?

Expect tasting notes of lime, lemon soda, poppy acidity, and candy apple sweetness.

How is Suke Quoto - Ethiopia processed?

Suke Quoto - Ethiopia uses the Washed process.

What roast level is Suke Quoto - Ethiopia?

It is roasted to a light level.

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