Ethiopia - Hambela Wamena - Special Natural

About This Coffee

This natural-processed Ethiopian coffee originates from Hambela in the Guji zone, grown at 2000-2300 meters altitude by smallholder farmers using garden-style farming methods. The coffee features primarily Heirloom varieties from the 74 series, developed for disease resistance. Hand-harvested cherries are sorted and dried on raised beds under shade for 10-14 days with frequent turning. The cup profile displays purple grape, mango, white peach, strawberry, and wine aromatics with flavors of grape juice, strawberry jam, peach, bergamot, fruit liqueur, and cocoa undertones, creating a bold, full-bodied experience.

Origin

Hambela (Ethiopia)

Flavor Notes

Strawberry, Cocoa, Purple Grape, Grape Juice, Peach Jam, Fruit Liqueur

Roast Level

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Processing

Natural

Typology

Arabica

Heirloom

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Wes Ngopi

Wes Ngopi takes its name from a Javanese greeting that translates to "Have you had your coffee?", reflecting its roots in the social ritual of sharing a cup. Based in Shah Alam, the roastery specializes in specialty grade single origin coffees roasted to order for home brewing enthusiasts. Bean selection is guided by ratings from CoffeeReview and independent research through traders such as Royal Coffee, Nordic Approach, and Olam, alongside direct trade relationships with farms like Java Frinsa Estate in Indonesia. The roastery emphasizes technical precision, modulating drum speed, fan adjustments, and firing pressure to achieve a smooth declining rate of rise for optimal flavor development. Wes Ngopi occupies a focused niche in Malaysia's specialty scene, prioritizing quality sourcing and meticulous roasting for the home consumer.

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