Bright & Winey Light Roast Seasonal Espresso

The Cup

This seasonal coffee from Kayon Mountain showcases the lush, fruit-forward character Guji is known for. In the cup, rich notes of tawny port wine lead with a deep, jammy sweetness, followed by layers of ripe blackberry and a smooth vanilla finish. The natural process brings a rounded body and gentle ferment character, while maintaining clarity and balance.

Exceptionally versatile, this coffee shines as an espresso, delivering syrupy sweetness and structure, and remains expressive and elegant as a pourover or Aeropress, where its fruit and vanilla nuances open up beautifully.

About The Coffee

This is a Grade 1, Organic Certified, natural-processed Arabica coffee from The Kayon Mountain Coffee Farm in the Guji zone of Ethiopia’s Oromia Region. Established in 2012, the farm began with the aim of producing high quality coffee in a socially and environmentally responsible manner; it is privately owned by Ato Esmael and his family. The farm is a 240 hectare plot in fertile sandy clay loam soil beneath a canopy of natural forest. Coffee is harvested from October to February by members of local villages. Some of it is washed, fermented and dried on raised beds and the rest is left for the production of high quality natural processed coffee. Freshly picked coffee cherries are washed with the low density beans being channeled away for a lower grade. The clean high grade coffees are then placed onto raised beds where for they dry for 12-20 days, before being hand-turned and picked over to ensure perfection.

Brewing Recipes

Espresso

Espresso brews by forcing hot water under high pressure through finely ground beans, producing a strong, full-bodied shot topped with golden crema. Moreover, in addition to enjoying it on its own, espresso serves as the base for drinks such as cappuccino, latte, and Canadiano. This method emphasizes rich flavor and smooth texture in every cup.

Recipe

• 18g coffee in
• 28 seconds brew time
• 40g output

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Chemex

The Chemex is a pour-over coffee maker featuring a glass carafe and thick paper filters. By slowly pouring hot water over the coffee grounds, you extract flavors with clarity and brightness. Consequently, this slower filtration produces a refined cup with delicate flavors and a clean, crisp finish. Moreover, it highlights the coffee’s unique characteristics while maintaining a balanced and elegant profile.

Recipe

• 32g medium-ground coffee
• 500ml water at 200°F

Steps

1. Prime the filter with hot water, then add the grounds evenly.
2. Pour 70ml water over the grounds to saturate, stirring gently if needed.
3. Continue pouring the remaining water slowly, starting at the center and circling outward.

Hario V60 Pour Over

Pour over brewing involves slowly pouring hot water over coffee grounds in a filter, allowing full extraction of flavors and aromas. Compared to the Chemex, it uses thinner filters, resulting in a cup with more body while still highlighting the coffee’s unique nuances. In addition, the controlled pour emphasizes the bean’s subtle characteristics and complexity.

Recipe

• 16.5g coffee ground on #7 (Baratza Vario)
• 280ml water at 200°F

Steps

1. Pour 60ml water to saturate the grounds, then let sit for 20 seconds.
2. Add the remaining water in a steady pour, starting at the center and circling outward.
3. Stir lightly for even extraction.

Coffee Origins

Ethiopia

Ethiopia, the birthplace of coffee, offers a stunning range of flavours shaped by its diverse regions. With floral aromas, fruity notes, and bright acidity, Ethiopian coffees are celebrated for their complexity and light to medium body. As a result, these beans rank among the most vibrant in the world.

Flavour Note

Winey & Fruity Coffee

Bright and fruity coffees deliver a lively, crisp flavor with higher acidity, giving the cup a clean, sparkling quality. Notes of citrus, berries, stone fruit, or tropical flavors add natural sweetness, juiciness, and vibrancy, resulting in a refreshing and dynamic coffee experience that highlights the unique characteristics of the beans.