Limited Cooperative Lot Release
Micro-Roasted to Order | NET WT 12 OZ (340 G)
A naturally processed gem from Guji, Ethiopia, Hambela Buliye shines with a world-class 92.4-point cupping score and the expressive complexity of Ethiopian heirloom varietals. Every sip showcases the elegance and layered character these heritage trees produce, offering a coffee that truly commands the stage.
Bright and syrupy, this Grade 1 natural features juicy notes of dried apricot, blueberry, and mango, evolving into plum, dark berry, and caramelized sugar. The Dry Process (Natural) enhances its fruit-forward sweetness and depth, while the carefully sorted beans ensure clarity, balance, and a lingering finish.
The Producer
Sourced from Hambela Buliye, a dedicated natural-processing site managed by brothers Kedir and Esmael Hassan in Guji, Ethiopia. The station receives cherries from over 200 registered farmers, along with harvests from their own Buliye farm. Sitting at 2150–2200m, the site benefits from cooler mountain air, where cherries are dried on raised beds for 3–4 weeks, resulting in syrupy sweetness and vibrant fruit intensity. The Hassan family’s meticulous methods and consistent excellence have made Hambela Buliye one of the most celebrated natural coffee producers in Ethiopia.
The Roast
Light-Medium — Juicy notes of dried apricot, mango, and blueberry shine, supported by winey acidity, honeyed sweetness, and a sparkling, syrupy body.
Medium — Syrupy body with plum, dark berry, and caramelized sugar flavors, layered with cocoa undertones and a lingering, balanced finish of fruit and chocolate.
The Method
Hario V60 • AeroPress • Siphon
The Profile
Origin — Ethiopia (Birthplace of Arabica, famed for heirloom varietals and expressive naturals)
Region — Buliye Kebele, Guji Zone (High-altitude terroir producing fruit-dense coffees)
Altitude — 2150–2200 m (Extreme elevation yields slow cherry maturation and high density)
Processing — Dry Process (Natural) (Sun-dried in cherry, producing bold fruit intensity)
Drying Method — Raised Bed Sun-Dried (3–4 week slow drying enhances syrupy sweetness and complexity)
Cultivar Detail — Ethiopian Heirloom Varieties (Genetically diverse, heritage trees with complex profiles)
Grade — Grade 1 (Highest commercial grade providing excellent clarity and refined flavor notes)
Screen Size — 14–17 (Well-sorted heirloom lot with a full range of bean sizes, ensuring density and complexity)
Appearance — 0.0 Primary & Secondary Defects Per 12 OZ (340 G) Bag (Competition-grade quality, exceptionally clean)
Cupping Score — 92.4 Points (World-class coffee with syrupy sweetness, fruit depth, and balance)
Farm Gate Certified — Coffee purchased directly from the farm or producer, ensuring farmers are paid fairly and transparently while maintaining exceptional, traceable bean quality
Storage Method — Individually Double Vacuum Sealed (Ensuring maximum freshness and protection from moisture, oxygen, and flavor loss)
Resting Period — Whole bean rests best 7–10 days post roast—ground coffee can be opened upon delivery
