BREWING METHODS: Espresso & Filter

SCA SCORE: 87.5

MOKLAIR RANKING: Grand Cru

TRACEABILITY: Tigist, Gotiti, Ephtah Specialty Coffee, Yirgacheffe G1, Alt. 2200m, Ethiopia

FLAVOR PROFILE: Hazelnut, Pineapple, Black Tea, Red Fruits, Honey

ACIDITY: Low

BODY: Round

PROCESS: Natural

VARIETY: Heirloom Varieties

Origin & Harvest

Coffee production in Ethiopia follows the precise rhythm of its three main seasons. The Bega season (October to January) marks a long dry period, crucial for the harvest and processing of coffee cherries. Next, the Belg season (February to May) brings the first rains, stimulating flowering and the initial development of the coffee fruits. Finally, the Krempt season (June to September) is defined by heavy rainfall from the east, allowing the cherries to fully mature. When the rains abruptly stop at the end of September, the fruits are ready for intensive harvesting starting in November.

About Ephtah Specialty Coffee

Ephtah Specialty Coffee is committed to building sustainable and inclusive supply chains that benefit producers, consumers, and local communities alike. The company places a strong emphasis on women’s empowerment, recognizing their key role in Ethiopia’s social and economic development. Quality is at the heart of its operations, ensuring that each green coffee lot meets the highest standards, while guaranteeing the satisfaction of all stakeholders in the supply chain.

Ephtah Specialty Coffee is committed to building sustainable and inclusive supply chains that benefit producers, consumers, and local communities alike. The company places a strong emphasis on women’s empowerment, recognizing their key role in Ethiopia’s social and economic development. Quality is at the heart of its operations, ensuring that each green coffee lot meets the highest standards, while guaranteeing the satisfaction of all stakeholders in the supply chain.

At the heart of Ephtah’s vision is the sustainable development of communities. This ambition is reflected in its support for the cultivation of false banana, used to produce Kocho, a traditional Ethiopian food. This initiative exemplifies a holistic approach, combining resilience and food security.

Gotiti Farm: A Legacy of Care and Dedication

Tigist, whose name means patience in Amharic, manages a small inherited family farm spanning 2 hectares at an altitude of 2,150 to 2,200 meters. She cultivates heirloom coffee varieties, producing up to 3,000 kilograms of green coffee per season. During the harvest, she employs up to 15 seasonal workers for careful handpicking of the cherries, which are then dried on raised beds for 15 days to ensure optimal quality.

Beyond her own harvest, Tigist also sources cherries from neighboring farmers, supporting the local economy. Her farm features 150 drying beds, and during peak season, she employs 70 seasonal workers, in addition to 10 permanent employees who assist her year-round.

Tigist is an active participant in the Ama Commitment program, further strengthening her role in the economic and social development of her region. Through this program, she receives 60% of her payment upon coffee delivery, with the remaining balance paid once transactions with buyers are finalized. Ephtah Coffee also supports Tigist with pre-financing covering 20% of her initial payment, illustrating a partnership built on trust and shared success.

Challenges and Future Prospects

This year, significant challenges have emerged due to inflation control policies implemented by the National Bank of Ethiopia, which have limited financial resources. Despite this, Ephtah remains committed to continuing its investments and development initiatives. The company plans to expand its drying infrastructure, improve facilities, and provide increased support to producers, ensuring the resilience and sustainability of the coffee supply chain for years to come.