AYEL - ETHIOPIA

MODERN (ANNIVERSARY) - AYEL
74110, 74112 | NATURAL

Soft Acidity, Poached Sweetness, Round Mouthfeel

CUPPING NOTES: Yellow Peaches, Concorde Pear, Lemon Tea
VARIETAL: 74110, 74112
ORIGIN: URAGA, ETHIOPIA
PRODUCER: AYEL GODANA
HARVEST: January 2024
PROCESSING: Dried Naturally on Raised Beds for up to 2 Weeks
WEIGHT: 200g
RECOMMENDED FOR: Filter & Espresso

Ayel is the definition of a smallholder, cultivating less than 3 hectares of land. He grows 74110 and 74112, cultivars developed by the Jimma Agricultural Research Centre (JARC) for their drought resistance and superior taste qualities.

This lot was processed as a Natural, as single producers often lack the resources for pulping and wet fermentation. The slow, careful drying for up to two weeks resulted in a cup we find comforting and harmonious. The coffee opens with soft yellow peaches that takes the centre stage,  complemented by a soothing note of lemon tea. Concorde pear emerges gently throughout, adding a subtle nuance to the flavour. 

This is a particularly special coffee for us as we celebrate our 7th anniversary. Our theme this year reflects how lucky we are to build meaningful relationships through the medium of coffee. Connected to Ayel through our friends at 2nd Mile, this marks the beginning of what we hope will be a lasting relationship. We look forward to future collaborations with Ayel and his exceptional coffees.