Region: Sidama, Bombe. Altitude: 2250-2400m. Producer: Tracon. Process: Anaerobic Fermentation. Varietal: Ethiopian Heirloom. Notes: Sweet & Juicy, blueberry, raspberry, plum, citrus. About Tracon: This coffee was sourced in partnership with Tracon, which works with local producers across Ethiopia while managing processing, quality control, and export preparation through its own facilities. The Bombe region of Sidama is grown at 2,250–2,400 meters above sea level. The processing method is anaerobic natural, where cherries are fermented in oxygen-deprived tanks and then dried on raised beds to preserve fruit character and sweetness.
Geoff Polci, a certified Q Grader whose coffee journey spans two decades, founded Stereo Coffee Roasters in Toronto in June 2018. Polci first roasted coffee in 2004 at a restaurant in Costa Rica and went on to run a series of cafes and co own another roasting company before launching Stereo. The roastery focuses on sustainable, traceable coffees from single farm producers, with a particular commitment to sourcing from women and Indigenous communities. Polci brings a hands on approach to quality, and his Q Grader certification underpins the sourcing and roasting decisions across the lineup.
