Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Coffee Beans | The Ethereal Highland Light Roast

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  • Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Coffee Beans | The Ethereal Highland Light Roast
  • Ethiopia Yirgacheffe — Whole Bean
  • Ethiopia Yirgacheffe — Ground Coffee

    Description

    ETHIOPIA YIRGACHEFFE • THE ETHEREAL HIGHLAND

    Fully Washed • Ancient Heirloom • Jasmine • Citrus • Wild Florals • Tea-Like Clarity

    Ethiopia is where coffee begins. The Yirgacheffe region, nestled within the Gedeo Zone, earned its reputation not through marketing but through the sheer, undeniable distinction of what its land produces—the benchmark against which all floral, tea-like coffees are measured. This micro-lot comes from the Negele Gurbitu plateau, grown at 1,700–2,000 MASL by 500–550 smallholder families, each tending modest garden plots shaded by indigenous Acacia and Teak canopies that have stood for generations.

    Harvested by hand and processed at the Negele Gorbitu Cooperative Washing Station—a facility with roots stretching back to 1975—through strict wet fermentation and 18 days of sun-drying on raised African beds. Every element of interference stripped away. What remains is a direct, unmediated conversation between soil, altitude, and cup.

    Tasting Notes

    • Flavour Profile: Jasmine • Citrus • Barrel-Aged Whisky • Wild Florals
    • Body & Finish: Soft Stone Fruit • Elegant Tea-Like Clarity

    Origin & Craft

    • Region: Negele Gurbitu Micro-Lot, Yirgacheffe (Southern Ethiopia)
    • Elevation: 1,700–2,000 MASL (Metres Above Sea Level)
    • Varietal: 100% Ancient Heirloom Cultivars (Indigenous to Yirgacheffe)
    • Process: Fully Washed with strict wet fermentation
    • Drying: 18-Day sun-drying on raised African beds

    Why The Ethereal Highland?

    • The Origin Benchmark: Sourced from the historical birthplace of coffee, yielding the definitive, floral, and tea-like cup profile celebrated by global coffee connoisseurs.
    • Extreme Altitude Micro-Lot: Cultivated up to 2,000 metres above sea level under wild forest canopies, forcing slow cherry maturation for immense sweetness and structural complexity.
    • Heritage Processing Station: Meticulously prepared at the Negele Gorbitu Cooperative Washing Station (est. 1975) utilising advanced double-sorting and strict wet fermentation for pristine flavour transparency.
    • Shade-Grown Ecosystem: Grown naturally under native Acacia and Teak trees by ancestral smallholder cooperatives, preserving local ecology and native heirloom genetics.

    Not cultivated. Not engineered. Simply evolved.

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    Brewing Methods | Hover to unlock your perfect cup

    French Press
    French Press The French Press suits Ethiopia Yirgacheffe well. Full immersion brings out the natural sweetness and body while the floral notes remain present. Use a coarse grind, 92°C water, and a 1:15 ratio. Steep for 4 minutes and press slowly. A fuller, rounder expression of this origin.

    French Press

    Batch Brew
    Batch Brew Batch brew delivers a consistent, approachable cup from Ethiopia Yirgacheffe. The floral and citrus notes come through cleanly at scale. Use a medium grind, 92°C water, and a 1:16 ratio. A reliable everyday brew that does this origin justice.

    Batch Brew

    Espresso
    Ethiopia Yirgacheffe The Ethereal Highland is recommended for espresso. The natural process and high-altitude growing conditions produce a shot with intense floral aromatics, a bright berry-like sweetness, and a lingering jasmine finish — complex and distinctive in the cup. Use a fine grind, 91°C, and a 1:2 ratio. Pull a 25–30 second shot. Expect something far removed from a conventional espresso — vivid, perfumed, and unforgettable.

    Espresso

    V60
    Ethiopia Yirgacheffe The Ethereal Highland is recommended for the V60. Pour-over extraction preserves every layer of this coffee's delicate complexity — jasmine florals, bright lemon citrus, and a clean, tea-like finish that rewards a slow, attentive brew. Use a medium-fine grind, 91°C water, and a 1:15 ratio. Pour in slow, controlled circles and allow a 30-second bloom. The result is a luminous, aromatic cup that showcases everything this high-altitude Ethiopian origin has to offer.

    V60

    Aeropress
    Ethiopia Yirgacheffe The Ethereal Highland is recommended for the Aeropress. A shorter steep time and gentle pressure keeps the delicate florals and bright citrus intact while adding a touch more body and natural sweetness to the cup. Use a medium-fine grind, 90°C water, and a 1:12 ratio. Steep for 90 seconds and press slowly and steadily. Bright, clean, and intensely aromatic.

    Aeropress

    Cold Press
    thiopia Yirgacheffe The Ethereal Highland works surprisingly well as a cold brew. The natural process and fruit-forward profile — berry sweetness, floral aromatics, and a soft citrus edge — translate beautifully into a chilled, refreshing cup with natural sweetness and no bitterness. Use a coarse grind and a 1:8 ratio. Steep in cold water for 16–18 hours in the fridge. Serve over ice, straight — no milk needed.

    Cold Press
    Refined · Bergamot · Aromatic
    Warm · Honeyed · Complex
    Delicate · Jasmine · Ethereal

    FROM THE ANCIENT HIGHLANDS OF YIRGACHEFFE TO YOUR CUP

    Whats in your cup

    • Cost Per Cup

      250g bag (£18.50) — approx. 25 filter cups at £0.74/cup, or 35 espresso shots at £0.53/shot. 1kg bag (£39.00) — approx. 100 filter cups at £0.39/cup, or 142 espresso shots at £0.27/shot. The more you brew, the better the value.

    • Caffeine & Heart Health

      Ethiopia Yirgacheffe The Ethereal Highland is a fully caffeinated single-origin coffee, naturally processed in the ancient highlands of Yirgacheffe — one of the world's most extraordinary growing regions. The natural process produces a complex, aromatic cup with vivid floral notes, bright citrus, and a naturally sweet, tea-like finish. Rich in antioxidants and naturally occurring chlorogenic acids. According to theBritish Heart Foundation, moderate coffee consumption can be part of a healthy lifestyle. All the ritual. All the character.

    • Expert Tip

      Grind fresh, every time. Ethiopia Yirgacheffe rewards a medium-fine grind — coarser for French Press and cold brew, finer for V60, espresso, and Aeropress. Brew at 90–92°C — never boiling, to protect the delicate florals. Give it a 30-second bloom to release the CO₂. The jasmine, citrus, and berry notes open up beautifully as the cup cools — don't rush it.

    • Origin

      Grown in the Yirgacheffe district of southern Ethiopia, at 1,700–2,200m above sea level — the birthplace of coffee itself. Ancient heirloom varieties, rich red soils, and a distinct wet season create the ideal conditions for slow cherry development and extraordinary cup complexity. Naturally processed and sun-dried on raised beds. 100% single-origin Arabica.

    • Storage & Freshness

      Keep It Fresh. Keep It Flavourful. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, and strong odours. Our resealable pouches are designed to lock in freshness — squeeze out excess air after each use and seal tightly. Once opened, best consumed within 6 months for peak flavour. Unopened, the bag stays fresh for up to 24 months. Do not refrigerate — condensation degrades the bean's natural oils and dulls the delicate floral and citrus notes that make Yirgacheffe exceptional. For whole bean, grind only what you need — ground coffee loses its character within days of opening.
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