Noble Coffee Roasting
Ethiopia Gerbicho Lela
| Roaster Location: | Ashland, Oregon |
| Coffee Origin: | Aleta Wendo, Sidamo growing region, south-central Ethiopia |
| Roast Level: | Medium-Light |
| Agtron: | 59/73 |
| Est. Price: | $21.00/12 ounces |
| Review Date: | September 2023 |
| Aroma: | 8 |
| Acidity/Structure: | 8 |
| Body: | 9 |
| Flavor: | 9 |
| Aftertaste: | 8 |
Blind Assessment
Citrusy, floral-toned. Mandarin orange, tea rose, blackberry, cashew, fir in aroma and cup. Gentle, mild acidity; silky-smooth mouthfeel. Gently drying finish with notes of orange and fir.
Notes
Produced by smallhodling farmers, from heirloom varieties of Arabica long grown in the region, and processed by the traditional washed method (fruit skin and pulp removed before drying). Certifications: USDA Organic; FLOCERT. Based in southern Oregon, Noble Coffee Roasting is a wholesale and retail roasting company focused on quality, social responsibility and environmental awareness. Visit www.noblecoffeeroasting.com or call 541-488-3288 for more information.
Bottom Line
A delicate, multi-layered washed Ethiopia with leading notes of sweet citrus and spice-toned florals.
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This review originally appeared in the September, 2023 tasting report: The Evolution of “Fair Trade” Coffee
