Banko Gotiti, Ethiopia

Banko Gotiti — Ethiopia

Washed · Ethiopian Heirloom

We've got another lot from the Banko Gotiti washing station, this time a washed local heirloom. Banko Gotiti is a village in the Gedeb district of Ethiopia's Gedeo Zone, with the co-op being founded in 2012. Banko Gotiti has about 300 members, who grow a mix of heirloom Ethiopian varietals, not traceable to a single variety of coffee. 

Yirgacheffe is a densely vegated region, a product of the warm tropical climate with moderate wet and dry seasons. Most coffee is shade-grown by small producers using organic practices. The region contains a multitude of micro-regions, creating complex profiles depending on the washing station a particular coffee is from.

The process of producing Washed coffees in Ethiopia varies slightly from washing station to station. Generally the coffee is picked ripe and de-pulped the same day. fermented for a period of 8–12 hours in open-air tanks, then washed in water channels to remove the mucilage. Then, coffee is spread on raised beds to dry for 5–15 days, depending on the weather of course.

 

This is a classic washed Ethiopian, floral, sweet and juicy. Filter or 'spro. You know the drill.

Sourced from the Gedeb district of the Gedeo Zone, this Banko Gotiti selection represents the classic profile of high-quality Ethiopian coffee. Produced by the Banko Gotiti co-op, the lot features Ethiopian Heirloom varietals that have been carefully washed to highlight their inherent characteristics. Roasted by Wood and Co Coffee, the cup is defined by its floral, sweet, and juicy profile.

Washed coffees from this region are often celebrated for their clean, vibrant acidity and refined clarity, distinguishing them from their natural-processed counterparts. When evaluating such nuanced profiles, enthusiasts often consult the flavor wheel to better identify the delicate aromatics and subtle sweetness typical of these heirloom varieties. This specific offering provides a clear expression of the meticulous processing standards maintained by the Banko Gotiti co-op, resulting in a balanced and expressive cup that showcases the unique terroir of the Gedeo Zone.