Chelchele: Washed Ethiopian. Pulling at all the flavors of the fuchsia to purple color range. — Penstock Coffee Roasters

About This Coffee

Chelchele is a washed Ethiopian coffee from Gedeb Chelchele in the Yirgacheffe-adjacent area of Ethiopia’s SNNPR. It lists varietal 74110 and other varietals, processing as Washed, and an altitude range of 1900–2100 meters above sea level. Reminders include plum, violet petals, and breakfast tea notes. The product page emphasizes a smooth, light cup and a colorful flavor range.

Origin

Gedeb (Chelchele) (Ethiopia)

Flavor Notes

Breakfast Tea, Violet Petals

Roast Level

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Processing

Washed

Typology

Arabica

74110

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Penstock Coffee Roasters

Penstock Coffee Roasters was originally founded in 2009 as OQ Coffee by Ben and Jessica Schellack before rebranding to Penstock in December 2018. Based in Highland Park, New Jersey, the roastery holds CCOF certified organic status and sources 85% of its coffee directly from farms in Central and South America, building relationships rooted in transparency and shared values. The remaining 15% comes from coffees bearing certified organic, Fair Trade, Bird Friendly, or Rainforest Alliance designations, ensuring all selections meet rigorous standards. Two time Good Food Awards finalist status in 2017 and 2018, alongside a Community Dividends Grants program supporting social justice projects, reflects commitment extending beyond coffee into systemic change.

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