i.The fruity west
Natural processing dominates, bringing sweet berry and dried-fruit flavors to the fore. The region also yields large, handsome beans.
Altitude
1,500–2,100m
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Ethiopia · Africa · Growing region
Lekempti / Wellegaレケンプティ (ウェレガ)
Lekempti (Wellega), in western Ethiopia, produces richly fruited coffees.
Altitude 1,500–2,100 mnaturalwashed
§ 01Key Figures
Key figures
Process
natural
washed also / mostly natural
Body · Acidity
Full · Balanced
Full · Medium
Country rank
World No. 5
Ethiopia (production · Ethiopia)
§ 02Overview
Overview
Lekempti (Wellega), in western Ethiopia, produces richly fruited coffees.
Processed mostly as naturals, they deliver sweet, substantial flavors of berries, chocolate and dried fruit, and the region is also known for its large beans.
§ 03Highlights
Highlights
- Location
- Wellega, western Ethiopia
- Main varieties
- Ethiopian heirloom (native population)
- Altitude
- 1,500–2,100 m
- Processing
- Natural / Washed
- Cup character
- Berry, chocolate, dried fruit
§ 04Deep Read
About this region
ii.Substantial sweetness
Chocolate richness joins fruit sweetness for serious drinking weight. Highly recommended for lovers of naturals.
§ 05Flavor Profile
Flavor profile
BerryChocolateDried fruit
8-Axis Flavor Radar
§ 06Brew Guide
Brewing guide
Country-level guidePaper drip
pourover
Temp
93°C
Ratio
1:15
Time
3 min
Grind
Medium-fine
Slightly cooler water draws out the floral aromatics. Pour slowly and the tea-like delicacy comes forward.
AeroPress
aeropress
Temp
85°C
Ratio
1:12
Time
2 min
Grind
Medium
Low-temperature, short extraction highlights the jasmine-like aroma. Works well inverted too.
§ 07Where to Buy
Find Lekempti / Wellega coffee
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§ 08Siblings
Other regions of Ethiopia
§ 09Kindred Regions