Ethiopia Washed Co2 Decaf · Yirgacheffe Decaf

All the character of a great Yirgacheffe, without the caffeine. Elegant and full of personality.

Preparation: Filter or Espresso
Notes: Bergamot, Earl Grey, Blackcurrant
Roast: Medium-Light
Acidity: Medium-Bright

Producers: Small local producers
Region: Yirgacheffe
Altitude: 1,600–2,200 m
Variety: Heirloom
Process: Washed · CO₂ Decaffeinated

Coming from the Yirgacheffe region, one of Ethiopia’s most iconic origins, this coffee grows between 1,600 and 2,200 meters above sea level. The cooler temperatures and the slow maturation of the cherries allow for the development of a delicate, complex, and highly aromatic profile, characteristic of great Ethiopian coffees.

After selective harvesting, the cherries are processed using the washed method, enhancing cup clarity and the elegance of the Heirloom varieties. Decaffeination is carried out using the CO₂ method, a process that removes caffeine while preserving most of the coffee's aromas and identity, without the use of chemical solvents.

In the cup, this Yirgacheffe reveals an elegant and very "tea-like" profile, highlighted by notes of bergamot, Earl Grey, and a finish of blackcurrant. The acidity is lively and well-integrated, while the medium-light roast respects the full delicacy and complexity of this coffee, providing a clean, medium-bodied cup that is surprising, both as a filter and as an espresso.

Why did we choose CO₂ decaffeination?
The CO₂ method is widely recognized as one of the most effective processes for preserving the identity of a specialty coffee. By using supercritical carbon dioxide, caffeine is removed selectively, retaining most of the compounds responsible for the coffee's aroma and flavor. The result is a cup that is more faithful to its origin, with greater clarity, complexity, and balance, without the use of chemical solvents and without compromising the unique character of this Yirgacheffe.