Ethiopia Deri Hambela Natural Heirloom - Filter - Weight: 250 g

Ethiopia Deri Hambela coffee comes from the renowned Guji region and is the result of the work of approximately 2,500 smallholder farmers from the area around the town of Deri. Thanks to the high altitude, fertile soil, and ideal climate conditions, coffees from this area offer a vibrant, complex, and exceptionally clean flavor profile.

Flavor & use

Ethiopia Deri Hambela Natural offers a juicy and elegant flavor profile with notes of raspberry, ripe nectarine, and a delicate tea-like finish reminiscent of black tea. In the cup, the coffee is sweet, light, and aromatic, with pleasant, balanced acidity.

About coffee cultivation

The Guji region lies in the southern part of Ethiopia and is known for its high-altitude forests, rich biodiversity, and long tradition of coffee cultivation. Coffee trees often grow in the shade of native forest trees, without intensive use of chemicals, and most of the farm work is done by hand. Approximately 2,500 farmers cultivate small family plots of one to two hectares, where coffee is grown alongside other crops.

After harvest, ripe cherries are delivered to a central processing station in the Deri area. Here, the natural (dry) processing method is used. The cherries are carefully sorted and then dried on raised African beds for approximately 15 to 21 days. During drying, they are regularly turned to ensure even drying. This processing method allows the sweetness and fruitiness of the pulp to be gradually absorbed into the bean, giving the coffee its characteristic, fruit-forward profile.

Ethiopia is considered the birthplace of coffee and is still home to a vast number of indigenous, genetically diverse varieties. This natural diversity, together with traditional farming practices and high altitudes, is what gives Ethiopian coffees their unique character and makes them some of the most sought-after coffees in the world.