Ethiopia Yirgacheffe
A refined expression of Yirgacheffe terroir, this light roast coffee offers striking complexity. Expect floral aromatics and bright citrus layered with notes of black tea, dark berries, and subtle spice. With lively acidity and a medium body, it brews clean and nuanced, especially when prepared as a pour over.
Ethiopia Yirgacheffe
Light Roast
Origin: Ethiopia
Notes: Floral / Spicy / Dark Berries
Region: Yirgacheffe - Kochere
Process: Fully Washed
Altitude: 1800 - 2000 m
Responsibly Sourced
Pickup available at Laurel Café
Usually ready in 24 hours
Ethiopia Yirgacheffe
340g / Whole Bean
Laurel Café
35 Laurel Street
Ottawa ON K1Y 4M4
Canada
ORIGIN
This coffee comes from the Kochere area of Ethiopia’s Yirgacheffe region, where farms sit between 1,800 and 2,000 meters. High elevation, cool mountain air, and fertile soil create ideal conditions for heirloom Ethiopian varieties. Producers here use the fully washed method, which highlights the region’s delicate floral and citrus character. Yirgacheffe is celebrated worldwide for clean, aromatic coffees with tea-like elegance and layered complexity, making it one of Ethiopia’s most iconic origins.
CRAFT
Our light roast preserves the vibrant nuance of Yirgacheffe coffee. Bright citrus and floral aromatics lead into notes of black tea, dark berries, and gentle spice. Lively acidity and medium body make it especially suited for pour-over or Chemex brewing, where clarity and complexity shine. Responsibly sourced from Kochere producers, this lot delivers a refined expression of one of Ethiopia’s most distinctive coffee terroirs.
Ethiopia Yirgacheffe FAQ
Floral aromatics and bright citrus lead the cup, followed by notes of black tea, dark berries, and a hint of spice. The finish is clean and detailed, with lively acidity and a medium body. This is a light roast built for clarity and nuance.
Ethiopia Yirgacheffe is a light roast. It is roasted to preserve the floral aromatics, bright citrus, and tea-like clarity that Yirgacheffe is known for, with a clean finish and lively acidity.
Yirgacheffe is known for producing coffees with distinctive floral character, tea-like elegance, and bright, layered acidity. The combination of high elevation, local varieties, and traditional processing often creates a cup that tastes refined and complex, especially as a pour-over.
Pour-over is the best fit. A V60, Chemex, or any clean filter method will highlight the florals, citrus, and tea-like finish. Drip coffee works well too, as long as the water is hot enough and the grind is not too coarse. French press will mute some of the delicate aromatics.
Use a slightly finer grind than you would for a medium roast and keep the brew steady and controlled. If the cup tastes sour or thin, extend extraction with a finer grind or a slightly longer brew time. If the cup tastes bitter or dry, reduce agitation or grind a touch coarser. The goal is a clean, sweet cup with clear florals and citrus.
This is the pick for drinkers who love light roast coffee with florals, citrus, and a clean, tea-like finish. It is also a great choice for anyone who enjoys exploring origin character through pour-over brewing.
Our coffee is roasted to order and ships the next business day. For peak flavour, enjoy this coffee within 4 to 6 weeks of the roast date. Store the bag sealed, in a cool, dry place, away from heat and sunlight.
Our specialty coffee is crafted with ethically sourced, high-grade arabica beans from trusted farms around the world. Each roast brings out bold flavour, smooth finish, and consistent quality in every cup. We roast in small batches to honour the origin, depth, and complexity of every bean.