Ethiopian Yirgacheffe
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DESCRIPTION
Origin: Sidamo Region
Profile: Black Cherry & White Peach
Strength: 2/5
Varietal: Arabica Typica
Process: Washed
Aroma: Floral & Fruity
Body: Exotic & Exciting
Finish: Soft & Delicate
Ethiopian Yirgacheffe is grown at altitudes ranging from 1,800 to 2,100 meters above sea level. The soil is 50% volcanic and 25% sedimentary. The famous legend of coffee goes back to the 3rd century A.D. when an Ethiopian goat herder, named Kaldi, noticed his herd behaving like young, frolicking kids after eating some stimulating red berries. Kaldi shared his discovery with the abbot of a nearby monastery, who decided to test the power of the berry himself. He poured boiling water onto the berries he had collected and made a drink which he found helped help him to stay awake during long hours of prayer and perhaps the contemplation of other pursuits.
Today, Ethiopian Yirgacheffe is grown in the Sidamo region, within the town of Yirgacheffe, in the Southern part of the country close to Lake Abaya. The region is responsible for the highest coffee production in Ethiopia. In the past Sidamo was the main territory for the Kingdom of Sidama, a rich and proliferous state due to its coffee plantations. After the Italian occupation, the Kingdom disappeared and merged with other conquered territories, creating the Sidamo region as it exists today.
A soft floral aroma of jasmine rolls off the cup, with notes of dark berries, citrus, and a subtle, chocolaty tone in the aftertaste.
BEST BREWED WITH
Chemex, Pour Over, Drip Brewer
HOW TO BREW
ROASTED AT ALTITUDE
All our beans are roasted on-site in the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. At high altitude, the lower roasting temperatures allow the natural sugars in the coffee beans to caramelize slowly. This unique process creates deep, rich flavor profiles and smooth textures — without the bitterness.
RESPONSIBLY SOURCED
At VMCT, we take pride in fostering direct relationships with growers to ensure that every coffee bean and tea leaf we source is responsibly cultivated. We’re committed to ethical, organic, and sustainable practices, understanding that certification standards can vary across the globe. That’s why we go the extra mile to research and verify that our producers meet rigorous organic and bio-dynamic farming standards. For us, it’s not just about great coffee and tea — it’s about honoring the land and the people who bring it to life.
SHIPPING & PICK UP
We proudly offer free shipping on USA order over $35. Orders under $35 have a fixed shipping rate of $10.
Orders are shipped via Standard Ground and typically arrive in 2 to 7 business days. Orders are typically dispatched within 24 hours (unless it's a powder day in which case - you get it).
If you're local, or visiting town, pickup can be arranged from our Roastery Cafe (23698 US Highway 24, Minturn CO) typically within 24 hours. Just make sure you select that option at checkout.
