Ethiopia Kelloo Gedeb Lalesa Heirloom Washed

FLAVOR: Dried Apricot, Floral, White Peach

Origin: Ethiopia
Region: Gedeb, Yirgacheffe
Altitude: 2150m
Producer: Smallholder Producers
Washing Station : Alemayehu Tilahun
Variety: Heirloom
Process: Washed

[Recipe/Pairing]
Drip (for 1 cup): 14g powder, 250g hot water

This coffee is made from high-quality beans grown at an altitude of 2,150 meters in Gedeb, Ethiopia's famous coffee-producing region. It features a refined and delicate flavor reminiscent of dried apricot and floral notes, as well as white peach. While the acidity is pronounced, the sweetness and fruitiness are balanced, resulting in a smooth finish.

This coffee's floral and fruity flavors pair perfectly with lemon cake or apricot tart. It also pairs well with pound cake with white chocolate and dried fruit, highlighting the coffee's delicate sweetness and acidity. For breakfast, enjoy this coffee with light pastries and vanilla yogurt.

[Production background]

This lot was produced in the Lalesa region, known for its dense semi-forest vegetation and considered one of the best coffee-producing areas in the Gedeo region. It was processed at a wet mill owned by Alemayehu Tilahun. Alemayehu began his career in the coffee industry nearly 20 years ago and established his own washing station in 2018. He has now established relationships with many surrounding farmers who provide him with cherries. Cherries are hand-harvested and hand-sorted. The selected cherries are then pulped using a disc pulper. The pulper is designed to grade the cherries into high-quality G1 and low-quality G2 based on density. The coffee is then submerged in tanks for an average of 72 hours before being graded again in a channel. This repeated sorting process ensures that only the densest, highest-quality beans are separated into premium lots.

Kelloo: Kelloo is a uniquely named Ethiopian flavor category by Nordic Approach. It means yellow in the Oromifa language and represents flavors of yellow tropical fruits, florals, peach, and stone fruits.

[ Regional characteristics:
This coffee is grown in the Gedeb region in southern Ethiopia. This region, also known as Yirgacheffe, is known for its specialty coffees, which are highly acclaimed by coffee lovers around the world. The Lalesa region in particular is characterized by semi-forest vegetation, and its rich natural environment is ideal for coffee cultivation. The highland climate and rich volcanic soil give the coffee its unique floral and fruity flavor.

[ The relationship between the country's economy and the coffee industry
Ethiopia is one of the world's leading coffee-producing countries, and is particularly known for its export of specialty coffee, which is driven by smallholder farmers. The coffee industry is a pillar of Ethiopia's economy and accounts for the majority of export revenue. Many farmers produce high-quality coffee while maintaining traditional cultivation techniques. The Ethiopian government is committed to promoting the coffee industry and is implementing policies that promote sustainable agricultural practices.

[ country Politics and its impact on the coffee industry
Ethiopia's coffee industry contributes to regional stability and development, and the government is promoting agricultural technology support and infrastructure development. In particular, efforts are being made to support small-scale farmers in the Gedeb region, focusing on technical guidance to improve quality and improving market access. This has enabled local coffee producers to become more competitive in the international market and earn higher profits.