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Archive: Ethiopia Ayla Bombe

Roasted by Verve Coffee Roasters

This natural Ethiopian coffee balances soft fruit, rounded texture, and structure through slow cherry maturation at high altitudes.

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From the roaster

Produced by smallholder farmers in Sidama, this natural Ethiopian coffee grows between 1,950 and 2,150 meters, where cool temperatures slow cherry maturation and build complexity. Extended drying concentrates sugars while preserving clarity, creating a profile that balances soft fruit, rounded texture, and structure.

— Verve Coffee Roasters

Context

Sourced from smallholder farmers in the Sidama region of Ethiopia, the Archive: Ethiopia Ayla Bombe represents a classic expression of high-elevation coffee cultivation. Grown at altitudes ranging from 1950 to 2150 meters above sea level, this lot is processed using the natural method, a technique where the coffee cherry is dried intact around the bean. Generally, natural-processed coffees are known for their heavier body and pronounced fruit-forward characteristics, often resulting in a more syrupy mouthfeel compared to washed counterparts.

This specific offering from Verve Coffee Roasters highlights the distinct terroir of the Sidama zone, an area celebrated for its complex and vibrant profiles. When evaluating the nuances of this coffee, drinkers may find it helpful to consult the flavor wheel to better identify the specific fruit and floral notes that frequently emerge from this renowned origin.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Archive: Ethiopia Ayla Bombe grown?

Archive: Ethiopia Ayla Bombe, roasted by Verve Coffee Roasters, is sourced from Sidamo, Ethiopia.

How is Archive: Ethiopia Ayla Bombe processed?

Archive: Ethiopia Ayla Bombe uses the Natural process.

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