This natural-process coffee comes from the Koba kebele in the Uraga district of Guji, Ethiopia. Grown at an altitude of 2,316 meters by smallholder farmers, the coffee is intercropped under false banana trees and maize in fertile sandy loam. The cherries are sun-dried on African beds for 15 to 21 days, resulting in a flavor profile featuring blueberry, caramel, and a lingering bubblegum sweetness. This light to medium roast is recommended for pour-over or drip brewing methods.
Founded in 2019 in Atlanta's West End neighborhood by Aaron Fender, Erin Fender, John Onwuchekwa, Marcus Hollinger, and Khalid Smith, Portrait Coffee carries deep mission and vision in every aspect of its operation. They opened their café in August 2023 and have garnered significant recognition, including selection as a Google Black Founders Fund recipient and feature on Good Morning America. Sprudge named them Most Notable Roaster, reflecting their impact on specialty coffee culture. Their work prioritizes serving the historic West End community with quality coffee and genuine community investment.
