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Benti Nenka – Heirlooms

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Hambela, Guji, Ethiopia – Natural Ethiopian Heirlooms

– “An exceptional showcase of local heirlooms, meticulously selected and sun-dried at the prestigious Benti Nenka village found in the highlands of Guji”.

What to expect in the cup

Starfruit, apricot, ripe banana. Exceptionally sweet and nuanced, with a crips tropical acidity, silky texture, and a clean floral aftertaste.

£14.00£56.00

The harvest for this coffee takes place from October to December, with farmers carefully handpicking only the ripest cherries to ensure the highest quality beans. The cherries undergo a natural process, where they are spread out to dry in the sun for 2 to 4 weeks. During this time, they are regularly turned to ensure even drying and to preserve the integrity of the flavours. Once the cherries reach the ideal moisture content, they are stored in a cool environment for several weeks. This resting period allows the beans to develop deeper flavours and enhances their overall complexity. After resting, the cherries are hulled to remove the dried outer skin and pulp. The beans are then milled to eliminate the parchment layer, revealing the pristine green coffee beans, ready for export. This coffee presents a multi-layered acidity, with bright, vibrant notes that unfold in the cup. The silky texture complements the coffee’s ripe sweetness, offering a balanced and smooth mouthfeel. At Sweven, we love the vibrant complexity of this coffee—it’s a true celebration of Ethiopia’s natural process.
Originating from the picturesque Benti Nenka village in the Hambela district, within Ethiopia’s Guji Zone of the Oromia region, this exceptional natural coffee showcases the rich cultural heritage of smallholder coffee farmers. Grown at elevations between 2000 to 2300 meters above sea level, the area’s unique climate and fertile soils create ideal conditions for producing distinctive and flavourful beans. The coffee is meticulously handpicked by local farmers and their families, most of whom manage small farms, typically ranging from 1 to 2 hectares. In line with sustainable farming practices, the community employs intercropping—growing coffee alongside food crops—which helps maximise land use and support the community’s livelihood. Coffee cultivation is deeply ingrained in their culture, and the pride they take in their work is reflected in the quality of the beans. This natural process lot is sourced from the 74114 variety, with the harvest taking place from October to December. The resulting coffee presents a wonderfully layered profile, capturing the essence of Guji’s terroir.