Ethiopia Guji - Bette Buna Anaerobic Natural

Origin Details

Location: Guji, Megadu, Ethiopia

Producer: Hester Westerveld

Farm: Bette Buna

Varieties: 74112, 74158

Process: Anaerobic Natural

Elevation: 2,000 - 2,200 masl

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Brown Sugar, Fruit Leather

Flavor: Boysenberry, Kombucha, Passionfruit, Honeysuckle

Mouthfeel: Full, Round Body

Finish: Juicy, Clean

Producer Background

• Woman-Owned farm 

• Have been partnering with farms, building systems that empower communities in Ethiopia to take control of their future

• Recognized for their inclusive employment practices, fair wages and support of the community 

Variety

• 74112 (Ethiopian Landrace) twin of 74110, fruiting from the same mother tree

• Super clean, delicate florals, with juicy citrus acidity

• 74158 JARC (developed by Jimma Agricultural Research Center)

• Incredibly sweet, fruity variety, offering white florals and malic acidity

Process

• Whole cherries are floated and washed, but not depulped

• Fermented anaerobically in tanks for 96 hours

• Rinsed once more with clean water 

• Moved to the solar dryer to dry on ceramic patios first, followed by raised beds