Guji Dasaya Natural G1 Lot 25/04 [Buku Hurufa Single Village Lot] | 250g

Buku is the name of a village in the southeastern part of the Guji zone. The area is home to three small processing stations: Buku Abel, Buku Sayia, and Buku Hurufa.

Hurufa was founded in 2020 by Lulo Coffee, focusing primarily on natural processing to preserve the unique original flavors of the coffee while minimizing impact on the Awata River. They use the most advanced equipment available — including infrared thermometers for temperature control, high-quality pulping machines, and a controlled raised-bed drying system — to bring out the best possible flavors in every cup.

“Dasaya” in Ethiopian refers to Dawala Samayawi, meaning “Purple Wind Chime.” The name comes from the way Dasaya’s flavor evokes the sweet image of deep purple blooms and fruits like blueberry and violet flowers.

ABOUT THE KURUME COFFEE VARIETY GROWN IN GUJI

The Kurume coffee variety is a rare indigenous variety from Ethiopia. It is one of the most important varieties in renowned regions such as Yirgacheffe, Guji, and Gedeo, known for its exceptional adaptability and distinctive flavor profile.

Before 1970, Ethiopian farmers primarily relied on local variety selection for cultivation. However, the outbreak of coffee disease in the 1960s led to the establishment of the Jimma Agricultural Research Center (JARC). Scientists at JARC catalogued local varieties like Kurume not only for their disease resistance and drought tolerance, but also for their potential to produce complex and distinctive flavors.

The most notable characteristic of the Kurume coffee is its small bean size (screen 13–14), which typically comes in red or yellow. The Kurume tree grows tall and upright with dense, dark green foliage. This variety adapts well to harsh climates, tolerating drought, disease, and high altitudes — making Kurume a top choice for farmers, especially in the context of climate change

The Kurume coffee plant is tall and straight, with small berries and a relatively low yield.

Although it yields less than some other varieties, Kurume is still highly regarded for its superior quality, particularly in the specialty coffee space.

GUJI DASAYA NATURAL COFFEE FLAVOR

The Kurume variety is renowned for its exceptional sweetness and intense aroma compared to other traditional Ethiopian varieties. Clean, bright blueberry, delicate jasmine florals, and the refreshing acidity of fresh bergamot. The finish is clean with a lingering sweetness that stays long after the last sip.

Cupping notes: Blueberry, Strawberry, Bergamot, Jasmine, Mango, Sweet

CHARACTERISTICS OF ICUP’S GUJI DASAYA NATURAL ROASTED COFFEE

• Roast level: Light Medium
• Best brewing methods: Pour over, Chemex
• Rest time before use: 7–10 days from roast date
• Best enjoyed within: 3 months unopened; 1 month after first opening. If not using immediately, the beans can be stored in the freezer (frozen beans stay fresh for up to 1 year — grind straight from frozen, no need to thaw)
• Open the bag one day before brewing to release built-up gas and pressure, then reseal for a rounder, more aromatic cup
• Whole bean. If you need the beans ground, please let iCup know which brewing equipment you use so we can select the appropriate grind size. We encourage customers to own a grinder for fresh grinding each time
• Package weight: 250g
• Roasted by: iCup Roaster

INFORMATION ABOUT GUJI DASAYA NATURAL COFFEE

• Region: Guji
• Altitude: 2,200 masl
• Variety: Kurume
• Processing: Natural (Sun-dried)
• Moisture: 10–11%

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