Ethiopia - Kayon Mountain Honey by Ismael Hassen Aredo

About This Coffee

This single-origin coffee is from Kayon Mountain Coffee Farm in the Guji Zone of Oromia, Ethiopia, situated at 2,200 meters altitude. The Heirloom varietal is processed using the honey method, where the mucilage is retained during drying for 12-15 days on African raised beds. The coffee features citrus-forward tasting notes including yellow lemon, pomelo peel, and bergamot, complemented by white peach, gardenia, and honey. The cup profile is noted for creamy sweetness and smooth, graceful texture.

Origin

Guji (Ethiopia)

Flavor Notes

Honey, Gardenia, Yellow Lemon, Lemon Custard, Pomelo Peel, Golden Pomelo Tea

Roast Level

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Processing

Honey

Typology

Arabica

Heirloom

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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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