Kochere - Ethiopia

Region: Gedeo Yirgacheffe
Altitude: 2,000-2,200 meters
Producers: Various Farms
Variety: Heirloom Ethiopian Varieties
Process: Washed
Harvest: 2024
Score: 84

Taste Notes: Peach, Tangerine, Floral, Orange, Medium Body, Mild Brightness

Weight: 200 grams

Kochere, one of Ethiopia’s renowned coffee regions, is located south of Yirgacheffe and is celebrated worldwide for its unique coffee profiles. The region’s mild climate, high altitudes exceeding 2,000 meters, and shaded coffee farms allow coffee plants to mature slowly, developing more intense and balanced flavors.

Kochere stands out not only for its geographical features but also for the methods practiced by local farmers. These farmers combine traditional agricultural techniques with modern knowledge while remaining sensitive to the natural environment. This approach ensures the preservation of coffee quality and imbues each harvest with a unique character.

The flavor profile of Kochere’s coffees reflects the region’s soil composition and cultivation methods. These coffees are regarded as some of Ethiopia’s finest offerings, highly appreciated by coffee enthusiasts and professional roasters alike. Kochere holds a prominent place in global coffee culture, delivering a rich heritage in every cup.

• Kochere coffees vividly showcase Ethiopia’s high-altitude advantage and the unique flora of the Yirgacheffe region. The clean and elegant flavors derived from the washed process stand out, especially in filter brewing methods. With medium but balanced acidity, this coffee also appeals to espresso lovers. When brewed using pour-over techniques, the flavor profiles reveal themselves more intricately, with floral and light fruity notes becoming more pronounced with proper grinding. Kochere is one of those coffees that tells a new story with every brew.

• We roast the beans as omniroasts, fine-tuned to highlight the unique characteristics of the variety. Therefore, we highly recommend following our brewing suggestions for the best experience.

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