Ethiopia Sidama Bombe Natural G1- (Espresso) | Coffee Bean | Medium Roast

Origin Details

Origin: Ethiopia
Region: Sidama
Zone: Sidama Zone
District: Bensa Woreda
Village: Bombe Kebele
Altitude: 2,080 MASL (Farms between 2,000–2,300 MASL)
Variety: 74158
Processing: Traditional Ethiopian Natural Process

About This Coffee

Sidama has rapidly become one of the hottest regions in Ethiopia’s coffee scene. Since officially becoming its own federal region in late 2019 after a landmark referendum (with over 98% approval), Sidama has emerged with both political and agricultural significance. It is now one of Ethiopia’s smallest federal regions, bordered by Oromia and separated from the legacy SNNPR region.

In the coffee world, Sidama’s reputation has soared — Cup of Excellence (COE) competitions held since 2020 have seen Sidama claiming champion and runner-up positions three years in a row, with a stunning number of winners hailing from this region.

Since Ethiopia reopened post-pandemic, we've made five trips to Sidama during the 2023 harvest season alone, closely monitoring developments and processing activity across the region. One consistent trend: cherry prices in Sidama have stayed high and continue to rise, outpacing even futures market trends.

Producer Information

The Sidama coffee region can be reached after a five to six-hour drive south from Addis Ababa, arriving at the lakeside city of Hawassa, Sidama’s capital. From there, a further hour along the A8 highway brings you to Yirga Alem. A turn east leads deep into the heart of the coffee-growing highlands.

The Bombe Kebele area, where this lot originates, features processing stations situated above 2,000 MASL, with nearby farms reaching up to 2,200 MASL—a rare elevation in Ethiopia’s southern zones. This high altitude, combined with unique microclimates, delays the harvest season.
Whereas Yirgacheffe may peak in December, Bensa Bombe typically begins harvesting in January and continues well into February. When we visited mid-December, most drying beds were still empty; by early January, some sites had just reached peak operation.

This delayed harvest and exceptional terroir are key reasons Sidama lots consistently excel at COE competitions.

Flavor Profile

Aromatic dry fragrance of strawberry, peach, grape, and lavender.
On the palate, expect a fruit-forward cup led by strawberry and blueberry jam, and grape, layered with peach nectar, bergamot, and floral lavender.

Why You’ll Love It

• Juicy notes of strawberry, blueberry jam & peach
• Floral hints of lavender & bergamot
• Smooth, elegant and fruit-forward profile

Best Brewing Methods

☕️ Pour Over (V60 / Kalita) – highlights floral aromatics and clean acidity
🫖 Aeropress – brings out sweetness and body
🧊 Flash Brew / Iced Pour Over – refreshing with bright citrusy notes

Grind Size

Ground (FINE): Moka pot

Ground (Medium): V60 Filter, Aeropress, Chemex, drip coffee

Ground (Coarse): French Press/Cold Brew

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