Ethiopia Sidamo G2 Washed

Ethiopia Sidamo G2 Washed

A washed Ethiopian rounder than Yirgacheffe, with soft citrus acidity, black tea, and milk-chocolate sweetness.

CitrusFloralSweetChocolatey
VarietyHeirloom
ProcessingWashed
RoastMedium
Elevation1800 m
SCA Score84
EstateSidamo
OriginEthiopia

Flavor Description

Sidamo is a vast region, and G2 washed is a regional blend of many smallholder lots. Orange and a light floral note open the cup, moving into black tea and brown-sugar sweetness, with a touch of milk chocolate in the finish. Gentler acidity than Yirgacheffe makes it friendlier for newcomers to lighter roasts.

Buying Tips

  • Style: Compared with Yirgacheffe, the florals are more restrained while sweetness, balance, and softer acidity come forward
  • Roast: Medium roasts bring out the most sweetness; it is also a common base for Ethiopian house blends

Brewing Notes

  • Pour-over: Medium grind, 90–91°C, ratio 1:15
  • Also try: At medium roast it works well in a Clever Dripper or French press for a fuller body

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