Ethiopia Rumudano

Ethiopia 

Region – Sidama

Altitude – 1920 - 2330 meters

Varietal –  JARC Selection 74112  & Heirloom

Type – Natural 

Located within the Arbegona area, Rumudamo is a small woreda dotted with coffee farms along the steep slopes. This area is rich and has the ideal climate for coffee production in the Sidama zone of Ethiopia

For processing, the journey begins with only the ripest cherries being selectively handpicked. Once collected, the cherries are delivered to the mill to be sorted based on density and quality. This process is carried out by submerging the cherries in tanks and removing the floating cherries prior to drying. After sorting, the cherries are then moved to traditional raised beds lined with mesh nets. Once here, the cherries are rotated every 30 minutes to ensure even drying and to prevent over-fermentation. Drying typically takes about 12-15 days depending on the temperature and humidity. Once at the mill, the coffee is hulled via machine before being packed, ready for export