Ethiopia Addis Ababa

• Origin - Ethiopia
• Region: Sidama Region, Bensa District
• Processing: Natural
• Altitude: 1800-1960 mts
• Soil: Nitisols
• Variety: Heirloom and landrace varieties
• Taste:  floral aromas, fruity undertones, and a bright acidity.

The Bensa district is situated within the renowned coffee-producing region of Sidama in Ethiopia. This area is celebrated for its high-quality coffee beans, which are sought after by specialty coffee enthusiasts worldwide. Bensa is characterized by its ideal coffee growing conditions, including high altitudes, fertile soil, and suitable climate, all of which contribute to the exceptional flavour profile of its coffee.

In Bensa, coffee cultivation is typically done by smallholder farmers who employ traditional farming methods, hand-picking the ripe cherries during the harvest season.

The coffee cherries undergo meticulous processing at the washing station, which for this natural lot includes washing and density sorting, hand sorting on the drying tables, and long hot days under the bright Ethiopian sun to reach optimal moisture readings before being dry-hulled, bagged, and transported to Addis Ababa for export milling before shipment.

The coffee from the Bensa district is known for its distinctive flavour notes, which can include floral aromas, fruity undertones, and a bright acidity. These flavour characteristics, coupled with the region’s reputation for producing top-tier coffee, make Bensa a sought-after origin for specialty coffee roasters and consumers alike. Additionally, the coffee iindustry plays a significant role in the local economy, providing livelihoods for many residents of the Bensa district.

Filter Brewing Methods 
- French Press 
- V60 / Pourover 
- AeroPress 
- Chemex 

Recommended for the filter brewing methods:
Chemex, Aeropress, French Press and V60/Pourover.

Ignacio employs 48 women year-round. These women, many of whom are single mothers supporting their families, ensure high-quality by sorting cherry and parchment to remove any defective beans.

Certifications include: Organic, Cafe Practices, Fairtrade, Rainforest Alliance, Farmer Connect

You can rest assured, that you're getting one of the highest quality Single Origin coffees Ireland has to offer, while improving the livelihoods of others and fostering environmental stewardship.

We're achieving this by:

• Paying higher prices to source our green beans than other coffee houses, to ensure fair and appropriate pay for working hours and quality beans.
• Achieving greater supply chain transparency, to support and spearhead the eradication of child labour, safer working conditions and cleaner environmental practices.
• Working directly with our farmers and coffee growers, without any muddy or corner-cutting intermediaries.
• Fostering an ongoing working relationship with our farmers ensures a steady and reliable income so they can improve their living conditions and farming needs.
• Monitoring and assessing our supply chain with thorough traceability and transparency reports.