Coffee Producers to International Markets
Coffee Origins Coffee Producers to International Markets The profile of Ethiopian coffees varies based on a number of factors, including variety, process, and micro-region. Understanding what “specialty coffee” really means is the first step to reaching international markets. What Shapes the Profile of Ethiopian Coffee The profile of Ethiopian coffees varies based on a number of factors, including variety, process, and micro-region. The genetic diversity of Ethiopian coffee, said to hold 99% more genetic material than coffee in the entire rest of the world, is what makes it different and gives it nearly legendary status. Explore the regions behind our coffees: Sidama, Yirgacheffe, and Guji. Where “Specialty Coffee” Comes From The term “specialty coffee” originated in the United States. It was initially used to describe the range of coffee products sold in dedicated coffee shops, in order to differentiate these coffees from coffee generally available through supermarkets and other retail outlets. “Specialty coffee has become a generic label covering a range of different coffees.” It is fair to say that “specialty coffee” has become a generic label covering a range of different coffees, which either command a premium price over other coffees or are perceived by consumers as being different from the widely available mainstream brands of coffee. Specialty buyers increasingly come to origin to cup and choose their coffees. Bring Ethiopian Specialty Coffee to Your Market From our own washing stations in Sidama, Yirgacheffe, and Guji, we follow every lot from ripe cherry to export. Explore our coffees, or tell us what you are looking for and we will keep you close to the season. Explore Our Coffees → Start a Conversation