Trump Is An A$$
MANDARIN. JASMINE. TOFFEE.
Some coffees don’t mince words, and this one isn’t afraid to speak its mind. Trump is an A$$ is a coffee not for the faint of heart but for the rebels, the bold, the ones who aren’t afraid to take a stand and sip something that leaves an impression. So go ahead, take a sip, and let the flavours hit you like an opinion you didn’t ask for. One thing’s certain: this coffee knows how to make a statement. A statement that is prevalent now more than ever!
In reality, this is an unapologetic Ethiopian brew that comes with a punchy hit of mandarin, a dash of jasmine, and toffee undertones. Something to drink, enjoy, and realise is that the world is indeed a good place with sensible people. Revel in that thought.
Technical Info
PRODUCER
Sheba Coffee
ORIGINIdido Village, Yirgacheffe, Ethiopia
VARIETYJARC varieties, Local Landraces
PROCESSWashed
ALTITUDE1900 - 2100 masl
The Full Story
Yirgacheffe, situated within the Gedeo Zone in the Southern Nations Nationality and People's region (SNNP) of southern Ethiopia, is so renowned for its exquisite, washed coffees that it has been subdivided into its micro-region. This steep, lush area is both fertile and elevated, with much of the coffee grown at altitudes of 2,000 meters above sea level.
Ethiopia is renowned as the birthplace of the coffee plant and the exceptional quality of Ethiopian coffee arises from a harmonious blend of numerous factors. The genetic diversity of coffee varieties creates a rich tapestry of flavours, even among farms with similar growing conditions and processing methods. Processing techniques also play a crucial role in the final product's quality. Moreover, Ethiopia's rich coffee- producing traditions have contributed to genetic diversity, processing infrastructure, and the delightful coffee we savour today.
Ethiopia experiences a single main coffee harvest each year, typically taking place in November and December across all growing regions. The coffee varieties have deep roots in the region, and there are no plans to introduce new varieties due to their impressive adaptation to the local land and environment.
The Idido washing station, nestled at elevations ranging from 1,960 to 2,090 meters above sea level in Yirgacheffe, receives cherries grown in the surrounding area. The distinct wet and dry seasons create ideal conditions for coffee processing. Farmers painstakingly handpick the cherries and deliver them to the washing station, where a meticulous hand-sorting process removes under-ripe or damaged cherries. The cherries are then pulped using the station's disc pulper and fermented for 72 hours. After fermentation, the parchment is washed in clean water and transferred to raised drying beds. The beans are evenly distributed on these beds, ensuring consistent turning and coverage to achieve uniform drying. The coffee remains here for 12 to 15 days, reaching the optimal moisture content before undergoing hulling and preparation for export.