Description
Nestled in Ethiopia’s renowned Guji Zone, the Kercha Coffee Processing Station is a shining example of Ethiopian specialty coffee excellence. Positioned at an altitude of 1,800 to 2,200 meters above sea level, it thrives in a fertile environment characterized by volcanic soils, ample rainfall, and a temperate climate—perfect for growing exceptional coffee. The station collaborates with a devoted network of smallholder farmers from the surrounding areas. Many of these farmers carry forward generations-old coffee-growing traditions, cultivating indigenous Arabica varieties unique to the Guji region. Through their careful practices and the station’s advanced processing techniques, every batch of coffee captures the rich terroir and vibrant culture of the region. The local landrace varieties lend unique flavor notes to the coffee. These flavors create a refined and distinctive cup, characterized by vibrant citric acidity, earl-grey tea, lemonade with a juicy body, a medium citric-tartaric acidity and a raisins aftertaste.
Farm details:
Producer: Unravel Merchants
Farm/Co-op: Kercha Coffee Processing Station
Region: Guji
Country: Ethiopia
Altitude: 1900-2200 masl
Process: Fully Washed
Varietal: Red Bourbon
Flavor profile:
Taste: Peaches & Cream, Early Grey, Lemonade
Acidity: Medium
Body: High
Sweetness: Medium Plus
Recommended Brew Method:
Fellow Stagg [X]
22g in, 350g out
2:25-2:45 minutes
205 f temperature
Medium/coarse grind
Bloom
0-30 seconds
50 gram pour, pick up brewer and spin 3 times
Second pour
30-50 seconds
Pour from 50 grams to 200 grams, starting at 30 seconds and ending your pour at 50 seconds (7.5 gram per second, pour rate)
Let fully drain should be around 2:30
Third pour
1:15 – 1:30
Pour from 200 grams to 350 grams, starting at 1:15-1:30 and ending your pour at 1:35-1:50 (7.5 gram per second, pour rate)
Let drain completely
Final time
Drain should end around 2:25-2:45 minutes or brew to taste
Recommended Espresso Recipe:
Classic 9 bar recipe
20g in, 60g out (22 gram basket)
24-26 seconds
200 f temperature
Espresso grind
