{"product_id":"ethiopia-special","title":"Ethiopia Special","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRoast:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eLight-Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Plum, Panela Sugar, Citrus Fruit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Grind \u0026amp; The Origin\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEthiopia is widely regarded as the birthplace of coffee, and the \u003cstrong\u003eYirgacheffe\u003c\/strong\u003e region continues to produce some of the world’s most celebrated coffees. This lot comes from the Idido Washing Station, where more than 1,200 smallholder farmers deliver carefully harvested coffee cherries from the surrounding highlands of Yirgacheffe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGrown at elevations approaching 1,900 meters above sea level, these heirloom varieties develop slowly in the cool mountain climate, creating exceptional sweetness, complexity, and clarity in the cup. The result is a coffee that reflects both the rich heritage of Ethiopian coffee cultivation and the remarkable terroir of one of the world’s most respected coffee-growing regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Profile: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eBright, Sweet \u0026amp; Elegant\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUnlike naturally processed Ethiopian coffees that showcase bold berry-forward flavors, this washed Yirgacheffe highlights the coffee’s inherent clarity, balance, and refined sweetness. After harvest, the fruit is carefully removed from the seed and the coffee is washed and dried on raised beds, producing a remarkably clean and vibrant cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe result is a coffee layered with notes of juicy plum, rich panela sugar, and bright citrus fruit. A sparkling acidity brings energy to every sip while a silky sweetness creates a smooth, refined finish. Whether brewed as a pour-over, drip coffee, or espresso, this coffee delivers a lively and elegant experience that showcases why Yirgacheffe remains one of the most respected coffee origins in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRoast Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Light-Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e Plum, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePanela Sugar, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCitrus Fruit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/b\u003e Yirgacheffe (Idido)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/b\u003e 1,850–1,880 MASL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProcess:\u003c\/b\u003e Washed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVarieties:\u003c\/b\u003e Ethiopian Heirloom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBody:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean, Silky, and Sweet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy We Choose This Coffee\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Grinding Gears, we seek coffees that tell a story of craftsmanship, heritage, and exceptional quality. We chose this washed Yirgacheffe from Idido because it showcases the remarkable clarity and sweetness that have made Ethiopian coffees famous around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced by smallholder farmers in the highlands surrounding Yirgacheffe and carefully processed at the Idido Washing Station, this coffee delivers a vibrant expression of its origin. Every cup reflects generations of coffee-growing tradition and the dedication of the farming communities who continue to preserve Ethiopia’s rich coffee heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a coffee that rewards slow mornings, intentional brewing, and a genuine appreciation for where great coffee begins.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grinding Gears Coffee","offers":[{"title":"Whole Bean","offer_id":48308601913603,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Coarse","offer_id":48308601946371,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Auto","offer_id":48308601979139,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine","offer_id":48308602011907,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/3805\/7987\/files\/ethiopia-special_bag.png?v=1780434741","url":"https:\/\/grindinggearscoffee.com\/products\/ethiopia-special","provider":"Grinding Gears Coffee","version":"1.0","type":"link"}