Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Konga

From the heart of Gedeo Zone's narrow plateau comes classic Yirgacheffe. Washed processing on single-farmer lots creates the floral, fruity, citrus-bright profile that made this region coffee's gold standard for elegance.

Origin Ethiopia Region Yirgacheffe/Konga Elevation 1,800-2,100m Process Washed Variety Heirloom The Source

Heart of the Gedeo Zone

Konga sits in the core of the Gedeo Zone—that narrow plateau section where Yirgacheffe coffee developed its legendary reputation. Single-farmer lots are common here, with producers like Takele farming 8-hectare plots that allow for meticulous quality control from tree to washing station.

The terroir defines the cup: volcanic soil rich in minerals, springs abundant enough to give the region its name, and elevations where thin air and cool temperatures extend cherry maturation. These conditions create the foundation for floral complexity that processing later reveals.

The Craft

Washed: Yirgacheffe's Foundation

Cherries picked at peak ripeness arrive at washing stations fresh. Depulped within hours to remove fruit skin, beans ferment in clean water for one to three days—enough time to remove all mucilage, not long enough to develop fermented off-notes. Multiple rinses wash everything clean, then beans spread across raised beds to dry under highland sun.

This meticulous wet processing creates sparkling clarity and tea-like body—the signature Yirgacheffe profile. You taste the terroir without interference, the floral aromatics without fruit masking.

Floral Citrus Apricot Black Tea Body Light Acidity Bright The Cup

Classic Elegance

Floral aromatics rise first—gentle but present, announcing Yirgacheffe character immediately. Citrus brightness (lemon and orange) opens the palate, providing acidic lift that wakes up your morning. Apricot sweetness follows, adding fruit character without jammy heaviness. Black tea tannins in the finish provide structure and that Earl Grey quality. The light body floats, letting delicate flavors shine without crowding. This is Yirgacheffe doing what it does best.

Find Your Fix

Pour-over is essential—V60 or Chemex at 1:16 ratio with water at 200-203°F brings full floral clarity. The light body and bright acidity need paper filtration to shine. This coffee also makes excellent cold brew—steep 16 hours for crisp, refreshing citrus delivery that's perfect for warm weather.

Roasted in small batches at our Virginia Beach roastery, where the Atlantic air reminds us daily of the journeys these beans make to reach your cup.

Virginia Beach, VA