Description
Sourced from the high-altitude Chelba farm in the Bensa district, this organic heirloom lot is the result of a 14-year partnership with producer Asefa. It offers a bright, tea-like profile that balances floral aromatics with vibrant notes of stonefruit and lemongrass.
This lot from Daye Bensa represents a long-standing 14-year partnership centered in the Bensa district of Ethiopia’s Sidama region. Working from his smallholder farm in Chelba, producer Asefa cultivates heirloom varieties at soaring elevations between 1,900 and 2,100 meters. The cool mountain air and high altitude result in exceptionally dense, flavorful cherries that reflect the meticulous care applied at every stage of production. Asefa’s approach is defined by consistency—from the initial hand-selection of ripe cherries to a careful 10–12 day drying process on raised beds—ensuring that every lot delivers the bright, transparent quality that the SNNPR region is world-famous for.
The cup profile is a textbook example of high-quality Ethiopian washed coffee, characterized by a clean, vibrant acidity and an elegant aromatic complexity. It opens with an inviting floral fragrance that transitions into a delicate, tea-like body. Notes of sweet peach and lemongrass provide a refreshing brightness, while the balanced, clean finish highlights the classic, sophisticated profile that specialty coffee lovers expect from this renowned origin. It is a harmonious, nuanced cup that captures the essence of the Bensa terroir through years of disciplined, sustainable partnership.
