Ethiopia, Bekele Gemeda - Single Origin Espresso

by Padre Coffee

We’re thrilled to feature this remarkable single-producer coffee from Mr. Bekele Gemeda, hailing from Ethiopia’s world-renowned Yirgacheffe region. Single-farmer coffees are rare in Ethiopia, where lots are typically blended from multiple smallholder producers. This coffee stood out on the cupping table with its sweet, syrupy mouthfeel and a flavour profile of vanilla, cherry, hazelnut, and plum – a beautiful expression of both terroir and care in production. SUITABLE FOR: Stovetop Espresso Plunger Aeropress Single Origin Espresso Coffee Description Mr. Bekele Gemeda owns and manages 6.5 hectares of coffee trees in one location, with an additional 3 hectares nearby in the village of Worka, located 13 kilometres from Gedeb. Supported by his 11 children, two of whom work alongside him full-time, Mr. Bekele dedicates himself entirely to coffee farming. The income from his coffee