Ethiopia Organic Sidama Bura Hamasho G1 Natural

Bura Hamasho Natural

The Bura Hamasho site, managed by Zablon Trading PLC, is located in Ethiopia’s Sidama Zone at elevations of 1,950 - 2,100 masl. Smallholder farmers from the surrounding communities deliver ripe cherries to the station, where they are carefully processed and sun-dried.

• Tasting Notes: Strawberry, Star Fruit, Watermelon, Honey, Orange Blossom
• Body: Medium
• Acidity: Bright
• Process: Natural

Thanks to the region’s fertile red clay soils, ample rainfall, and high altitude, Bura Hamasho coffees are known for their complexity and refinement. This Grade 1 Natural lot showcases floral aromatics, tropical fruit, lemongrass, caramel sweetness, and a smooth, balanced cup that reflects Sidama’s reputation for producing some of Ethiopia’s most expressive coffees.

Organic Green Coffee Beans

Certified Organic, this coffee is grown without synthetic inputs, relying instead on traditional farming practices, biodiversity, and sustainable land management. Farmers in the Sidama highlands cultivate varieties 74110 and 74112, selections developed in Ethiopia for their resilience and quality.

Natural Processing

This coffee was prepared using the natural (dry) process, one of Ethiopia’s oldest and most traditional methods. Ripe cherries were handpicked, sorted to remove underripes, and laid out on raised drying beds where they were turned regularly to ensure even drying and to prevent mold.

The cherries were dried in the sun with the skin, pulp, and mucilage intact, a process that typically takes several weeks depending on weather conditions. Once the cherries reached the ideal moisture content, the dried fruit was hulled to reveal the coffee seeds - beans - inside. This method produces a cup that is intensely sweet, fruit-forward, and complex.

Coffee Grading in Ethiopia

Ethiopian coffee is graded on a scale from 1 to 9 based on factors such as bean size, number of defects, and cup quality. Grades 1 and 2 are considered specialty coffee, with Grade 1 reserved for lots that meet the highest standards of cleanliness and flavor complexity. This Bura Hamasho lot is a Grade 1 coffee, reflecting its exceptional quality, meticulous preparation, and the remarkable care of the farmers and processors who produced it.

Sidama Region

The Sidama Region, located in southern Ethiopia, is one of the country’s most famous coffee-growing zones. Its high altitudes, rich soils, and diverse microclimates create ideal conditions for producing distinctive, high-quality coffees. Sidama coffees are prized for their brightness, floral character, and fruit-forward profiles, making them some of the most sought-after lots in the specialty coffee world.

Ethiopian Coffee History

Ethiopia is widely regarded as the birthplace of Arabica coffee, with a cultural and agricultural history that stretches back centuries. From the ancient coffee forests of Kaffa to the traditional coffee ceremonies still performed today, coffee is deeply woven into Ethiopian identity.

Over time, regions like Sidama have earned international acclaim for their unique flavor profiles and meticulous processing. Coffees such as this Organic Bura Hamasho G1 Natural continue Ethiopia’s legacy of producing some of the most complex and celebrated coffees in the world.