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Floral Flow, Ethiopia

from €20.00

This Special Prep washed lot from Chelchele in Kochere captures the purest expression of Yirgacheffe’s high-altitude terroir. Crafted from meticulously handpicked cherries and processed with extended fermentation and slow drying, it offers a bright, floral, and elegantly layered cup. Expect jasmine, peach, lemon, and red plum wrapped in clean sweetness and a silky, refined texture.

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This Special Prep washed lot from Chelchele in Kochere captures the purest expression of Yirgacheffe’s high-altitude terroir. Crafted from meticulously handpicked cherries and processed with extended fermentation and slow drying, it offers a bright, floral, and elegantly layered cup. Expect jasmine, peach, lemon, and red plum wrapped in clean sweetness and a silky, refined texture.

  • Sweetness: Peach
    Acidity: Lemon
    Aftertaste: Jasmine

  • Origin: Ethiopia
    Region: Yirgacheffe, Kochere
    Farm: Chelchele
    Variety: Heirloom
    Process: Washed

  • PROCESSING

    Chelchele washing station in Kochere receives handpicked, fully ripe cherries from surrounding smallholders. This Special Prep lot is made from over 90% perfectly ripe cherries that undergo extended fermentation before washing and slow drying on raised African beds.

    The result is a bright and articulate coffee, with refined florals and layered fruit complexity. Notes of jasmine, peach, lemon, and red plum intertwine with delicate toffee sweetness and a silky, clean texture.

    HISTORY

    Chelchele is recognized as one of Yirgacheffe’s most meticulous washing stations, representing the pinnacle of Ethiopian washed coffee craftsmanship. Operated by smallholder producers who prioritize quality and precision, the station’s Special Prep program showcases the finest expression of Yirgacheffe terroir.

    The region’s high elevation, mineral-rich soil, and cool climate create ideal conditions for slow cherry maturation, producing coffees known for their vibrant acidity, floral aromatics, and remarkable clarity. Chelchele’s approach honors this heritage while applying modern processing standards to achieve exceptional consistency and character.