Coffee Beans - ZENU - Jimma

Origin

• 🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Tasting notes

Character

• Bright
  30
• Clean
  20
• Funky
  20

ZENU – Sweet & Chocolatey Specialty Coffee from Ethiopia ZENU is a specialty coffee directly sourced from Jimma , in southwestern Ethiopia. It is sustainably produced 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 who prioritize quality and care. We roast ZENU in Denmark, bringing Ethiopian heritage and craftsmanship together with modern roasting expertise. Through direct trade, we ensure fair prices and social impact for the farming communities behind this exceptional coffee. Every cup supports ethical sourcing and high standards. ZENU is naturally processed, also called 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.. This means the coffee cherries are dried whole, with the fruit still on the bean. This method enhances sweetness and deepens the flavor profile. The coffee has a rich, sweet aroma with prominent chocolate notes. It delivers a smooth, satisfying espresso experience with a rounded, mellow 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.. The flavor profile of ZENU is balanced and inviting. Expect light 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. with floral undertones and a distinct nougat aroma. These flavors make it an excellent choice for espresso lovers who enjoy complexity without bitterness. The smooth chocolate and nougat notes create a comforting, indulgent cup. At the same time, the light acidity adds brightness, preventing the coffee from feeling heavy. Jimma, the region where ZENU is grown, is one of Ethiopia’s oldest coffee-growing areas. It lies in the southwestern highlands and benefits from rich volcanic soil and a humid climate. The area’s altitude ranges from 1,500 to 2,000 meters above sea level, which helps slow cherry development. This slow ripening allows the beans to develop dense sugars and complex flavors. The farmers in Jimma grow indigenous 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. Arabica varieties that have been cultivated in the region for centuries. These heirloom varieties are unique to Ethiopia and produce distinct flavor profiles. The coffee trees grow under natural shade, preserving the biodiversity of the forests. Farmers carefully pick only the ripest cherries by hand, ensuring top-qualit