The Werka Coffee Washing Station is in the Nensebo district, taking its name from the nearby town of Werka.

They collect coffee from 700–800 farmers, who each grow coffee on around three hectares of land. As well as their coffee crop, they typically grow ‘false banana’ plants (a drought resistant plant which provides food as well as fibres for rope) as well as corn, along with Wanza and Acacia trees for shade.

Like most crops from Ethiopia, this is a mix of locally grown varietals which are referred to as Ethiopian Heirloom.

Ethiopia is the birthplace of coffee, so unlike other countries where coffee has been introduced as a crop with specific varietals planted, Ethiopian farmers often cultivate the trees growing naturally on their property.

It’s this diversity that helps bring the varying flavours we love in Ethiopian coffee, and we hope you enjoy them too.

Resting beans inside the sealed bag helps develop peak flavours and acidity

Learn how long and why you should wait in our brewing window recommendations.

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Our recipes are easy to follow and designed to bring the best out of our coffee. Find your favourite method on our brew guides collection or test a new one—and if you have any questions, ask us anytime at [email protected].