Ethiopia Sidamo Natural Shantawene - Premium High Altitude Coffee
Experience the exceptional Ethiopia Sidamo Natural Shantawene, a premium Ethiopian specialty coffee that showcases the vibrant, fruit-forward character of the renowned Sidamo region. This natural process coffee delivers an extraordinary flavor journey with tropical and berry notes that define exceptional Ethiopian coffee.
Vibrant Flavor Profile
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Very high acidity - Bright and lively character
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Full body - Rich, satisfying texture
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Intense sweetness - Natural fruit sugars
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Blackberry notes - Deep berry richness
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Blueberry flavors - Fresh fruit brightness
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Peach undertones - Stone fruit sweetness
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Pineapple finish - Tropical complexity
Exceptional Growing Conditions
This high-altitude Ethiopian coffee thrives in the ideal conditions of the Sidamo region:
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High altitude cultivation - 6,600 to 7,200 feet elevation
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Natural processing method - Enhanced fruit flavors
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Dried on raised beds - Optimal drying conditions
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Sidamo terroir - Renowned coffee region
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Traditional methods - Time-honored techniques
Natural Processing Excellence
The natural processing method used for this Sidamo coffee involves drying the whole coffee cherries, allowing the fruit's natural sugars to penetrate the beans and create the intense fruit flavors that make this coffee extraordinary.
Processing Benefits
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Enhanced fruit flavors - Cherry sugars infuse beans
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Increased sweetness - Natural sugar development
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Complex berry notes - Multi-layered fruit character
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Tropical complexity - Unique pineapple notes
Perfect Brewing Applications
This Ethiopian natural coffee excels in brewing methods that highlight its fruit character:
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Pour-over methods - Emphasizes bright acidity
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French press - Enhances body and sweetness
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Cold brew - Smooth, fruity refreshment
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Aeropress - Clean, bright extraction
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V60 - Highlights tropical complexity
What Makes Sidamo Special?
The Sidamo region is one of Ethiopia's most celebrated coffee-growing areas, known for producing coffees with exceptional fruit character and complexity. This Shantawene coffee represents the pinnacle of what this region can offer.
Brewing Recommendations
For the best Ethiopian coffee experience:
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Grind size - Medium for pour-over, coarse for French press
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Water temperature - 195-205°F
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Brew ratio - 1:15 to 1:17
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Extraction time - 4-6 minutes for optimal fruit notes
Why Choose Sidamo Natural Shantawene?
This premium African coffee offers an authentic taste of Ethiopia's coffee heritage with extraordinary fruit complexity. Perfect for adventurous coffee lovers who appreciate bright, tropical flavors and the unique character that only natural processing can deliver.
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