Banko Taratu

About This Coffee

This Banko Taratu coffee is sourced from the Gedeb District in Ethiopia's Gedeo zone, within the Yirgacheffe growing area. Grown at high elevations between 1,900 and 2,300 meters, this coffee consists of indigenous heirloom varieties cultivated on small family-owned farms. It undergoes a double fermentation process, involving two distinct stages of fermentation followed by drying on raised beds for 12–15 days. The resulting cup is crisp and fruit-forward, featuring lemonade brightness, a caramel body, and the sweetness of ripe apricot.

Origin

Gedeb (Ethiopia)

Flavor Notes

Caramelized, Lemonade

Roast Level

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Processing

777 Double Fermentation

Typology

Arabica

Heirloom

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Ethica Coffee Roasters

Greg, who was born in Moscow and grew up in Israel, founded Ethica Coffee Roasters in 2019 in Toronto's Junction neighborhood, naming it after the philosopher Spinoza's exploration of inner freedom through aligning actions with reason. The roastery works with small Dutch Giesen roasters in a European roasting style, having moved production to a dedicated facility on Symes Road in April 2023 where a second Giesen was installed. Around five single origin varieties are available at any time, sourced from regions like Ethiopia, El Salvador, Colombia, Kenya, Yemen, and Panama through partners like green bean importer Orange Brown. The roasting philosophy aims to showcase terroir as much as possible, letting customers explore the flavor profile of each origin without interference. Ethica gained particular attention in the specialty community for their exceptional Yemeni Haraaz Red coffee. The international team also runs the Ethica Coffee School, offering courses in specialty coffee, barista skills, and alternative brewing, with roasting courses in development.

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