Coffee was first discovered in Ethopia and one of its finest coffee springs is found in the Yirgacheffe region. This certified organic grows in high elevations under a soft canopy of native shade trees and is the only coffee allowed in the palaces of Ethiopian kings. Its characteristic citrus and floral aroma precedes its deep, rich flavor reminiscent of burgundy wines. Considered one of the most unique coffees in the world, Yirgacheffe has achieved virtual cult status among aficionados in the U.S. Like the kings of Africa, you too deserve all the riches that nature provides. Among them is our Yirgacheffe coffee.
Bean Profile:
- Origin: Ethiopia; Yirgacheffe Region
- Farm: Yirgacheffe Coffee Farmers Cooperative Union (YCFCU)
- Certifications: Fair Trade, Organic
- Roast: Vienna
- Processing: Fully Washed, African Bed Dried
- Elevation: 6500+ ft.
If you like Ethiopian Yirgacheffe Fair Trade Organic, you may also like Kenya and Colombian Pitalito.
Home-Roasting Coffee
Coffee roasting is the application of heat to coffee beans in order to create chemical reactions that develop the complex aromatic and flavor components of the bean. The goal is to achieve a delicate balance of flavor, acidity, body and aroma that is both harmonious and intriguing. It is absolutely possible to roast coffee at home and with some practice, achieve this balance. It’s most important to begin with the best green coffee available. The quality of a cup of coffee is directly linked to the quality of the green coffee from which it was roasted and brewed. As a result, it becomes imperative to choose green coffee from only the most preferred green-coffee sellers.
Equipment:
There are many different ways of roasting coffee at home. The options are only dependent on how creative and innovative you want to be. The Roasterie utilizes the Convection Method of roasting. This is where heat is applied to the coffee beans evenly, at the same rate by suspending the batch in a vortex or column of hot air, commonly known as air-roasting.
Home Air Roasters range from relatively basic to extremely high-tech. On average, they are significantly more economical than home drum roasters with the same ability to adjust time, temperature and even air flow. We recommend the Nesco Professional home roaster series because of its patented catalytic exhaust system to control smoke, and its profile roasting ability combined with an attractively low cost.
To learn more about Home-Roasting, visit our Training Section.