Los Muertos Ethiopia
Meet Konga – one of Yirgacheffe’s finest gems.
Sourced from mountain farmers in the iconic Ethiopian region, this specialty coffee delivers delicate notes of jasmine, caramel, vanilla, and raisins, with hints of apple, granola, and lemon tea.
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| Category: | Freshly roasted coffee |
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| Package Size: | 75g, 250g, 1 000g |
| Acidity: | High |
| Coffee Type: | Arabica |
| Flavor Profile: | Fruity, Citrusy |
| ? Country of Origin: | Africa |
| Cupping score: | 87 and up |
| Variety: | Heirloom |
| Altitude: | 2 200 m |
| Harvest Period: | November – January |
| Processing Method: | Washed |
| Drying Method: | African Beds |
| Roast Level: | Medium |
Flavor Profile
Los Muertos Ethiopia Aricha is a premium coffee from the renowned Yirgacheffe region, famous for its elegant and complex flavor profiles.
Your cup will open with delicate floral aromas and a refreshing citrus brightness. As it unfolds, you’ll taste notes of black tea, apricot, and vanilla, rounded out by subtle hints of brown sugar, lime, and red currant.
Thanks to its bright, juicy acidity and smooth sweetness, this coffee delivers a clean, complex, and unforgettable sensory experience.
The Story Behind This Coffee
Nestled in the heart of Yirgacheffe at 1,950 meters above sea level, the Aricha Washing Station serves as the final step in a long journey that begins with smallholder farmers tending their tiny garden plots.
Each day, hundreds of farmers deliver hand-picked, perfectly ripe cherries to Aricha, where they undergo meticulous washing, fermentation, and drying on raised beds.
This artisanal approach brings out the clarity and complexity that define the very best of Yirgacheffe coffee.
Cultivation & Harvest
The high-altitude terrain, fertile soil, and stable climate of Yirgacheffe create ideal conditions for slow-growing coffee trees and slow-ripening cherries. This results in intensely layered flavor profiles that can’t be replicated elsewhere.
Most local farmers manage coffee gardens smaller than one hectare, often growing under natural shade from surrounding trees, creating a unique microclimate.
The cultivation follows traditional methods, without industrial plantations or heavy use of chemicals.
Harvesting is done exclusively by hand, with each cherry picked at its peak ripeness.
This careful attention ensures only the best fruit makes it to processing – and ultimately, into your cup.
Exceptional Coffee with an Exceptional Score
A cupping score is a standard tool for evaluating the flavor quality of coffee.
To be classified as specialty coffee, a score above 80 points is required.
By contrast, commodity-grade coffees (often found in supermarkets) score below 80 and are designed for mass production, where yield and cost outweigh quality.
Cupping scores help you quickly gauge the real flavor potential and artisanal value of a coffee.
Best Brewing Methods
This coffee truly shines when brewed using filter methods – such as pour-over or French press – which highlight its tea-like body, floral aroma, and juicy acidity.
Expect notes of black tea, apricot, lime, and soft vanilla sweetness.
Prefer espresso? You’ll find it makes for a light, elegant shot, full of Yirgacheffe's signature freshness and finesse.
For best results, we recommend medium grind and fresh, filtered water.
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