{"product_id":"ethiopia-alemayehu-hillo-natural","title":"Ethiopia Alemayehu Hillo Natural","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrainPro packaging 60 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"738\" data-start=\"715\" data-section-id=\"483bsb\"\u003e🏞️ Region and Terroir\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1047\" data-start=\"740\"\u003eAlemayehu Hillo Natural coffee comes from the Halo Bekola area in the Chire district, located in the Sidama region of southern Ethiopia. This location is situated between the well-known coffee regions of Bensa and Nensebo, which are among the most respected terroirs in the entire country. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1415\" data-start=\"1049\"\u003eThe farm is located at an altitude of around 1,900 meters and is divided by the Lodoma River, which provides an abundant supply of clean water and creates an exceptionally favorable microclimate. The surrounding landscape is part of Harenna Forest, Ethiopia's largest preserved natural forest, known for its rich biodiversity, indigenous vegetation, and stable climate. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1622\" data-start=\"1417\"\u003eThe coffee trees grow in the shade of native trees, in an environment with cool nights and mild daytime temperatures. This slow maturation process results in dense beans with distinct sweetness, complex aromatics, and a long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1627\" data-start=\"1624\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1666\" data-start=\"1629\" data-section-id=\"ve453e\"\u003e🌍 Sidama – The Heart of Ethiopian Arabica\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1924\" data-start=\"1668\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eSidama\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e region is one of the most important areas for growing Arabica worldwide. Ethiopia is considered the birthplace of coffee, and Sidama is renowned for the extraordinary genetic diversity of its local varieties and a wide spectrum of flavor profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2126\" data-start=\"1926\"\u003eNaturally processed coffees from Sidama are often intensely fruity, floral, and very sweet. Typical notes include berries, tropical fruits, jasmine, and honey, complemented by a juicy body and a clean finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2131\" data-start=\"2128\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2162\" data-start=\"2133\" data-section-id=\"1ao4mn7\"\u003e👨🌾 The Farmer and His Story\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2406\" data-start=\"2164\"\u003eAlemayehu Hillo Meko started with just two hectares of land inherited from his father. Through perseverance and hard work, he gradually acquired neighboring plots, expanding the farm to its current 6.55 hectares. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2686\" data-start=\"2408\"\u003eHe runs the farm together with his wife. During harvest season, they employ up to 50 workers daily who help with picking and drying the coffee. In addition to coffee cultivation, the family also engages in livestock farming, which provides another source of income. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3005\" data-start=\"2688\"\u003eIn 2020, Alemayehu obtained his own export license, allowing him to sell coffee directly to international buyers. His long-term dream is to build his own processing station to have full control over processing and further increase the quality and value of his production. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3283\" data-start=\"3280\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3304\" data-start=\"3285\" data-section-id=\"vqxpxq\"\u003e🌿 Family Farm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3478\" data-start=\"3306\"\u003eCoffee is the primary source of livelihood for Alemayehu Hillo's family. The plantations are managed using traditional Ethiopian methods, emphasizing manual labor, natural shade, and sustainable farming practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3818\" data-start=\"3480\"\u003eThe farm has 120 African drying beds where the cherries are dried slowly and evenly. Alemayehu already uses protective tarps against rain and night humidity and plans to invest in shading nets and flotation tanks, which will allow for even more precise sorting of cherries and higher quality consistency. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3823\" data=\"start=\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3869\" data-start=\"3825\" data-section-id=\"dwwjmj\"\u003e⚙️ Natural Processing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4041\" data-start=\"3871\"\u003eThe coffee is processed using the traditional dry method, typical for Ethiopia, which allows for the maximum development of sweetness and fruity character. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4061\" data-start=\"4043\" data-section-id=\"iawto5\"\u003eStep by Step\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4129\" data-start=\"4063\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4085\" data-start=\"4063\"\u003eSelective Harvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4088\" data-start=\"4085\"\u003eHand-picking only perfectly ripe cherries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4204\" data-start=\"4131\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4153\" data-start=\"4131\"\u003eWhole Cherry Drying\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4156\" data-start=\"4153\"\u003eCherries are spread on African beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4284\" data-start=\"4206\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4229\" data-start=\"4206\"\u003eRegular Turning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4232\" data-start=\"4229\"\u003eCherries are turned up to six times a day during drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4424\" data-start=\"4286\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4313\" data-start=\"4286\"\u003eSlow Drying for 18–21 Days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4316\" data-start=\"4313\"\u003eThis long process ensures even drying and stable quality. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4546\" data-start=\"4426\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4452\" data-start=\"4426\"\u003eStabilization and Dry Mill\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4455\" data-start=\"4452\"\u003eAfter reaching optimal moisture, the coffee rests, then it is hulled and prepared for export.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e: Forest fruit, milk chocolate, floral notes, spices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ethiopia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sidamo\/Chire Woreda\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlemayehu Hillo \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarmer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlemayehu Hillo \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1900 m.a.s.l.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariety\u003c\/strong\u003e: Heirloom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Natural\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCupping Score:\u003c\/strong\u003e 85\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrop:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"jakafe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53119198921032,"sku":null,"price":289.0,"currency_code":"CZK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/2771\/6424\/files\/ethflag_b458c3b0-dc61-4907-a79f-5c03754aeca6.png?v=1779113624","url":"https:\/\/jakafe.cz\/en\/products\/ethiopia-alemayehu-hillo-natural","provider":"jakafe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}