Seasonal East Africa - (PRODUCT)RED

This washed lot from Bensa was sourced from the Ayla Bensa washing station, nestled in the highlands of the Sidama region, an area renowned for its dense semi-forest and elevation-driven clarity. Cultivated at altitudes exceeding 2,000 meters, this coffee embodies the elegance of southern Ethiopia’s washed profile. Expect a fragrant cup anchored by delicate jasmine florals, crisp melon, and subtle yellow fruits, notes that unfold with clarity and composure through careful extraction.

This seasonal offering from Onyx Coffee Lab showcases a washed coffee from Ethiopia's renowned Sidama region. Sourced from the Ayla Bensa washing station at 2000 masl, the lot demonstrates the clarity and brightness typically associated with washed processing—a method that emphasizes the coffee's inherent character through careful fermentation and water removal.

Sidama's elevation and terroir support delicate floral and fruit-forward profiles, evident in the roaster's identification of jasmine florals alongside melon and yellow fruit notes. This balance of florality and bright, stone-fruit sweetness is characteristic of premium East African washed coffees, inviting exploration through sensory tasting frameworks.