Ethiopia Guji Kurume

Bright, juicy, and exceptionally clean in the cup, this coffee delivers a vibrant and refined expression, with well-defined dark fruit, sweet citrus notes, and a particularly fresh and elegant feel. It grows in Oromia, Guji at 1900 to 2200 m.a.s.l., is processed as washed, and carries a score of 87 SCA. Its profile shows dark berries, grapefruit, lemongrass, and an overall bright, clean, and juicy structure.

Flavor Profile

• Main notes: dark berries, grapefruit, lemongrass
• Acidity: bright, citrusy, and juicy
• Body: clean, fluid, and well structured
• Aftertaste: long, fresh, and highly defined, with an elegant fruity and citrus expression

Origin and Processing

It grows in Guji, one of Ethiopia’s most highly regarded regions for clarity, liveliness, and complexity in the cup. This lot is linked to the work of Gemechu Shonora and the area of Gerba, Dogo, Guji, where altitude and careful cherry selection support especially clear and expressive profiles.

After harvest, the cherries are hand sorted, pulped, and then undergo 24 to 36 hours of controlled fermentation. The coffee is then dried on African beds for around 14 days, followed by a resting period of several weeks to homogenize the lot before final preparation. The result is a very precise, clean cup with strong aromatic definition.

Why You’ll Love It

• Bright and very clean profile: ideal if you are looking for a lively and well-defined cup
• Dark fruit and elegant citrus: expressive, refined, and very enjoyable
• A washed Ethiopian with good precision: clarity, energy, and structure in balance
• Especially exciting for filter: it can also make a very fine and expressive espresso

Ideal for

• Filter: ideal for appreciating its clarity, citrus notes, and dark fruit
• Manual brewing methods: perfect for a clean, bright, and nuanced cup
• Espresso: a good choice if you are looking for a livelier, fruitier, and more elegant espresso

Technical Details

• Origin: Ethiopia
• Region: Oromia, Guji
• Area / Producer: Gemechu Shonora / Gerba, Dogo, Guji
• Varieties: Kurume and local landrace
• Processing: Washed
• Altitude: 1900–2200 m.a.s.l.
• Score: 87 SCA

Summary

A bright, clean, and highly expressive cup, perfect for those looking for an Ethiopian coffee with fine citrus, dark fruit, and outstanding cup clarity.