Koke

Flavor Notes
Floral, Pineapple, Blueberry Tea

Cup Characteristics
Enjoy the epitome of Ethiopian terroir! Gorgeous layered floral and tropical acidity compliment its soft, fruity blueberry character. Vibrant, sweet, refreshing, this fan favorite is back!

About the Producer
This lot of Koke Honey was sourced from a total of around 1200 smallholder farmers from Birbes Kela, Koke, Konga, Wedessa, and Tisho kebeles bring their harvested cherries for processing at the Koke and Birbes Kele washing stations. The Birbes Kela washing station, located in the Birbes Kela kebele, is owned and operated by Semira Negash. Shortly after opening her washing station, Semira quickly established herself as a producer of high-quality coffees with a strong placement in Ethiopia’s 2021 Cup of Excellence.

Process
Honey

What is the Honey Process?
The cherry skin is removed, but the mucilage (or pulp) remains during the drying phase. The mucilage is sticky and sweet, similar to honey, which is where the process gets its name. At Koke harvested cherries are fermented in-cherry for two days prior to being pulped. The pulped coffee is then dried on raised beds to its optimal humidity. 

Country of Origin: Ethiopia
Region: Yirgacheffe
Washing Station: Koke
Varietals: Indigenous Hierloom Varietals
Elevation: 1800-2200 MASL
Harvest: 2026