Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Chelchele Sunrise Nile Welisho Washed G1

Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Chelchele Sunrise Nile Welisho Washed G1

The 2024 Ethiopia TOH washed-category runner-up, showcasing the uncommon single-landrace Welisho through ginger lily, Muscat grape, and Earl Grey notes.

FloralFruityCitrusTea-LikeHoney
VarietyHeirloom
ProcessingWashed
RoastLight
Elevation2150 m
SCA Score92
EstateYirgacheffe
OriginEthiopia

Flavor Description

“Sunrise Nile” comes from the Chelchele area of Yirgacheffe and is spring-water washed. Jasmine, ginger lily, and bergamot lead the aroma, followed by the bright sweetness of Muscat grape, peach, and passion fruit. Lemongrass, floral honey, and Earl Grey emerge later in a clean, delicate cup with a long finish.

Variety and Competition

This lot features the floral Welisho variety, one of Ethiopia's many local landraces and therefore categorized here as Heirloom. It placed second in Ethiopia's washed category at the 2024 Taste of Harvest competition.

Brewing Notes

  • Pour-over: Medium-fine grind, 92–93°C, ratio 1:16
  • Technique: Use gentle, steady pulse pours to preserve the white florals and define the grape and tea-like notes

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