A truly expressive cup, full of fruity notes and complex flavours.
Ethiopia Yirgacheffe is one of the most iconic coffee-growing regions in the world and is considered a benchmark within the specialty coffee industry.
This reputation comes from its unique geographical and climatic conditions, often described as its high-altitude terroir, together with its deep genetic history. These characteristics are also why Ethiopian coffees are such an important part of our core coffee selection.
With all these distinctive characteristics in mind, we're excited to introduce our new Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Gedeb Worka Hurea Anaerobic Natural.
What Makes Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Coffee So Special?
Grown at over 2,200 metres above sea level, the coffee cherries experience a slower and more prolonged maturation process.
This allows sugars to develop and concentrate within the cherries, contributing to a beautifully balanced relationship between sweetness and acidity in the cup.
Combined with the region's distinctive growing conditions, this high-altitude environment helps produce the expressive and complex flavours that make Yirgacheffe coffees so highly regarded.
From Lalesa Coffee Drying Station to Your Cup
This particular lot comes from Lalesa Coffee Drying Station, where 115 smallholder growers from the villages of Hurea carefully select ripe coffee cherries.
The cherries are dried under the sun for around 25 days on traditional African raised beds.
This is what we refer to as the natural process: the coffee cherry is dried whole, with the fruit, pulp and mucilage still surrounding the seed.
During this process, the cherries are turned regularly to encourage even drying and minimise the risk of mould and unwanted fermentation.
When executed carefully, natural processing brings remarkable depth, sweetness and complexity to the finished coffee.
What Is Anaerobic Natural Coffee Processing?
What makes this particular Yirgacheffe even more interesting is its anaerobic fermentation stage.
The coffee cherries undergo 110 hours of anaerobic fermentation in plastic tanks, creating an environment designed to encourage fermentation and enhance the sugars and characteristics naturally present in the coffee.
The result is a distinctive spirit-like aroma, syrupy sweetness and rounded acidity, adding another layer of complexity to the natural characteristics of Ethiopian coffee.
Tasting Notes: What Does Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Worka Hurea Taste Like?
As you would expect from a well-executed anaerobic natural coffee, this Yirgacheffe delivers an expressive flavour profile with plenty of complexity.
- Stewed berries: Rich, jammy fruit sweetness.
- Floral notes: Delicate aromatic complexity.
- Red liquorice: A distinctive sweet and fruity character.
- Dark chocolate: A rich and satisfying finish.
These flavours come together with a dense, rich mouthfeel, syrupy sweetness and rounded acidity, creating a beautifully layered drinking experience.
How to Brew Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Worka Hurea
We've carefully roasted this exceptional coffee to be enjoyed across different brewing methods.
- Pour over: A great way to explore its fruity notes and floral complexity.
- AeroPress: An enjoyable way to experience its sweetness and rich body.
- Espresso: A deliciously jammy cup with a dense mouthfeel and dark chocolate finish.
We're excited to share this new single origin with you and hope you enjoy it as much as we do!
A special thank you to Utopia Coffee Bean for making it possible for us to bring these exceptional coffees to our menu.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Worka Hurea
Where is Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Worka Hurea grown?
This coffee comes from Worka Hurea in Gedeb, Yirgacheffe, Ethiopia. It is grown at over 2,200 metres above sea level, where slower cherry maturation contributes to sweetness and balanced acidity.
What processing method is used for Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Worka Hurea?
This coffee uses an anaerobic natural process. The cherries undergo 110 hours of anaerobic fermentation in plastic tanks and are dried whole under the sun on traditional African raised beds for around 25 days.
What does Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Worka Hurea taste like?
Expect notes of stewed berries, florals, red liquorice and dark chocolate. The coffee also offers a dense, rich mouthfeel, syrupy sweetness, rounded acidity and a distinctive spirit-like aroma.
Who produces Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Worka Hurea coffee?
This particular lot comes from Lalesa Coffee Drying Station, where 115 smallholder growers from the villages of Hurea carefully select ripe coffee cherries.
Which brewing methods are suitable for Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Worka Hurea?
This coffee has been carefully roasted for different brewing methods, including pour over, AeroPress and espresso. It produces a particularly jammy espresso with rich sweetness and a dark chocolate finish.
