Ethiopia Specialty Coffee - Chelbesa - Washed

Lot information

The Chelbesa, Gedeb coffee lot, grown at an altitude of 2,200 masl, covers a total area of approximately 38,400 kg. The best cherries are selected, pulped, and de-pulped. The coffee is then fermented in waterless fermentation tanks and dried for 10–15 days. This processing method ensures the highest quality coffee. After drying and storage, the coffee is transported to Moplaco in Gerji, Addis Ababa, and then to Djibouti by train for export.

About Ephtah Specialty Coffee

Ephtah Specialty Coffee is dedicated to building sustainable and collaborative supply chains that benefit customers, farmers, and their communities. The company emphasizes promoting the role of women in the coffee industry, recognizing their critical role in driving social and economic change in Ethiopia. Ephtah ensures quality at every stage of the shipping process, focusing on sourcing the highest-quality green coffee beans and maintaining the satisfaction of all stakeholders in the supply chain.

Chelbesa, Gedeb

Chelbesa, located in Gedeb, is a vital coffee supply area where Ephtah leases and exclusively manages the washing station. The washing station in Chelbesa (Kebele), Gedeb (Woreda), plays a crucial role in the processing of high-quality coffee. The region is predominantly Christian, with Protestant and Orthodox followers.

The farm spans 2 hectares and is located at an altitude of 2150-2200 MASL. It employs 17 permanent employees and 150 additional workers during the harvest season, from late November to January. The farm has 150 drying beds and grows Heirloom coffee varieties.

Economic, Social, Governance

Ephtah did not specify any other social or environmental projects associated with this lot. However, the company remains committed to supporting local communities and ensuring fair compensation for coffee producers.

General

The main challenge during this harvest cycle was managing the fermentation and drying processes to maintain the coffee's high quality. Despite these challenges, the site remains committed to producing exceptional coffee and contributing to the local economy. Future plans include improving processing infrastructure and expanding support for local farmers.

In addition to coffee, farmers also produce other crops, although specific details are not provided in this lot's information. Ephtah's Chelbesa facilities contribute significantly to the region's coffee production, underscoring the company's commitment to quality and coffee production capacity.

Origin and harvest

Ethiopia's coffee production is profoundly influenced by the country's three main seasons. The Bega season (October–January) is the long dry period, crucial for coffee harvesting and processing. The Belg season (February–May) brings the first rains, essential for coffee flowering and early fruit development. The Krempt season (June–September) is marked by heavy rains from the east, essential for the final stages of coffee fruit development and maturation. In late September, the rains abruptly cease, allowing the coffee fruits to ripen, leading to a busy harvest period in November.

Origin:- Ethiopia
Region:- Chelbesa, Yirgacheffe
Producer:- Ephtah Specialty Coffee
Variety:- Heirloom Ethiopia
Altitude: - 2200m
Processing Method:- Washed

Notes:- Bright and elegant, vibrant notes of raspberry, orange and earl grey, layered with jasmine florals and a delicate rose honey sweetness.

Preparation Suggestion (Brewing)