Ethiopian Odaco Natural

Tasting notes

In the roaster’s words

Origin: Odaco, Bensa, Shantawene Village, Ethiopia Processing: Natural Varietal: Heirloom 74158 Altitude: 1920-2020m Flavour: Strawberry, Candied Lemon, Green Tea, Floral - About this coffee : The extended maturation period at this altitude allows for slow cherry development, producing dense, flavour-rich beans. After careful handpicking, cherries are dried naturally on raised beds for 14–18 days under carefully controlled conditions. Plantation, harvesting, and processing work is primarily carried out by local residents, with women playing a key role in quality control and processing. The result is a beautifully clean and complex cup, showcasing notes of sweetness, passionfruit, strawberry, bright acidity, and a creamy body, reflecting both the unique terroir of Shantawene and the dedication of the farming community. - About Odaco: Our Odaco Natural Lot is named to honour the cultural heritage of Shantawene, Sidama. "Odaco" refers to a significant tree in the village, under which the local community gathers to resolve conflicts — a long-standing tradition that symbolises unity and wisdom across generations. Similar practices exist throughout Ethiopia, such as the "Oda" tree among the Oromo people. The cherries for this lot are sourced from 563 Daye Bensa member farmers across the Shantawene area, as well as directly from our Gatta Farm. Situated at 1920–2020 meters above sea level, Gatta Farm lies in the heart of Shantawene Village, surrounded by natural forest, rivers, and century-old indigenous trees that provide ideal shade and biodiversity for coffee cultivation. The farm was originally discovered and developed by co-founder Mulugeta Dukamo, with coffee planting beginning in 2013 and processing operations commencing in 2017.

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Cherries are dried naturally on raised beds for 14-18 days under controlled conditions; sourced from 563 Daye Bensa member farmers across Shantawene and directly from Gatta Farm.