Coffee Beans - WORKE – Yirgachefe

Origin

• 🇪🇹 Ethiopia· Yirgacheffe

Tasting notes

Character

• Clean
  70
• Bright
  55
• Floral
  50
• Funky
  20

Slightly Acidic • Floral • Citrus Aroma Single-OriginSingle originCoffee from one traceable place — a country at the loosest, a single farm or lot at the strictest — rather than a blend of sources. Specialty Coffee from Yirgacheffe, Ethiopia Direct Trade · Roasted in Copenhagen · Social Impact This is not just coffee. It’s a taste of Yirgacheffe , one of Ethiopia’s most iconic and celebrated coffee regions. Our Yirgacheffe coffee is floral, citrusy, and soft-bodied with a clean finish and gentle, refreshing acidityAcidityThe bright, lively, fruit-like sensation in coffee — praise, not a flaw. Citric sparkle, malic apple-crispness, tartaric wine notes; light roasts preserve more of it.. It’s sustainably sourced , roasted in Denmark , and offered as part of our commitment to direct trade and social responsibility . Every cup captures the rich heritage of Ethiopian coffee. It brings together flavor, culture, and craftsmanship in a beautifully balanced brew. Why Yirgacheffe Coffee Is Special Yirgacheffe is a small but highly respected region in southern Ethiopia. It sits at 1,800–2,200 meters above sea level . The altitude, combined with cool air and rich soil, helps develop complex and aromatic coffee beans. Coffee in this region is typically grown by smallholderSmallholderA farmer growing coffee on a small family plot — often under two hectares. Most of the world's coffee is grown this way, typically pooled at cooperatives or washing stations. farmers . Most farms are no larger than a few hectares. Farmers in Yirgacheffe work with heirloomHeirloom (Ethiopia)A catch-all label for Ethiopia's thousands of indigenous, largely uncatalogued coffee varieties — used when a lot's exact genetics are unknown. coffee varietals . These are indigenous to Ethiopia and prized for their unique flavors. The cherries are hand-picked , then washedWashed processThe fruit is removed from the seed before drying, usually with fermentation and a water rinse. Tends to give clean, transparent cups where origin character shows clearly. and sun-driedNatural processThe whole cherry is dried with the fruit still on the seed. Gives heavier body and big fruit flavors — think berries and wine — sometimes with a fermenty edge. using traditional processing methods. This process highlights the clarity, acidity, and floral tones in the final cup. Yirgacheffe coffees are known for being light, bright, and full of citrus and tea-like character . What You’ll Taste In the cup, you’ll find a floral aroma that opens up right from the first pour. The flavor is citrusy and slightly acidic , yet soft and smooth — never sharp or overpowering. As it cools, notes of bergamot, lemon peel, and jasmine become more pronounced. You’ll notice a clean finish with a refreshing, tea-like bodyBodyThe weight and texture of coffee in the mouth, from tea-like and delicate to syrupy and heavy. Driven by process, roast, variety, and brew method. that lingers gently. This coffee works beautifully for both filter and espresso brewing methods. It’s also great as a cold brew or an iced pour-over on warmer days. Ethically Sourced with Direct Trade We work directly with producers and co