Ethiopia Green Coffee

Ethiopian coffee is widely regarded as some of the best in the world, particularly when it comes to specialty origin coffee. The unique combination of Ethiopia’s perfect climate, soil, and altitude creates an ideal environment for growing high-quality beans. This synergy results in a coffee that offers a balanced profile of sweetness, acidity, and subtle fruity notes, making it a favourite rite among coffee enthusiasts. Ethiopian coffee can be enjoyed with various brewing methods, but it truly shines with hand-brewing equipment like V60, Aeropress, and Chemex. Specifically, Ethiopian Yirgacheffe is known for its exceptional flavor profile, which includes floral notes, citrus hints such as lemon, berry undertones, and even wine-like qualities, coupled with a smooth, satisfying finish. These unique characteristics are a testament to the specific growing conditions and traditional processing methods that have been refined over centuries in Ethiopia.

Ethiopian coffee is known for its acidity, and several factors contribute to this characteristic. One of the main reasons is the high altitudes at which these coffee beans are grown. Grown at elevations above 1600 meters above sea level (masl), Ethiopian coffee plants experience cooler temperatures and increased sunlight exposure, which helps in the production of sugars. These sugars are a survival mechanism for the crop, allowing it to store energy and resist harsh environmental conditions. As a result, these sugars also introduce more complexity and acidity to the coffee beans. The higher elevation causes the coffee beans to mature more slowly, which enhances their flavor profile, often resulting in a brighter, more acidic taste compared to coffee from other origin countries. More generally, with a cup of Ethiopian coffee, you can expect sweet, floral, and subtle fruity notes with a clean and bright finish. This makes Ethiopian coffee particularly prized among those who enjoy a more vibrant and dynamic cup of coffee.

At Green Coffee Collective, we value genuine, long-term partnerships with Ethiopian coffee producers. We partner with Omwani and Coffee Legends, who share our commitment to sustainability, ethical trade, and community development.
Omwani, founded in Uganda in 2018, prioritizes consistent, transparent relationships with producers. They focus on genuine, long-term partnerships, ensuring that each producer’s story and brand are highlighted. Their straightforward, jargon-free approach helps build strong connections between farmers and roasters.
Coffee Legends acts as a bridge between Ethiopian farmers and roasters, ensuring ethical practices from farm to cup. They are involved in every stage of production, fostering transparency and meaningful relationships. Their mission is to build a fair and transparent supply chain, where farmers and their families thrive.
Through our partnerships, we are able to offer high-quality, sustainably sourced Ethiopian coffees. These relationships enable us to connect roasters directly with producers, ensuring fair compensation and supporting community development. Our partnerships are more than business transactions—they are commitments to sustainability, transparency, and shared success.