Overview

The **Ethiopia Aura Specialty Coffee** is a vibrant, fruit-forward lot, typically sourced from the high-altitude regions of Sidama or Yirgacheffe. This coffee utilizes the traditional **Natural (Dry) Process**, where the whole cherry is dried under the sun, infusing the bean with the fruit's intense, sugary essence. The "Aura" lot is selected for its high cleanliness and pronounced fruit complexity. The cup is a celebration of ripe berries, featuring dominant notes of **jammy blueberry**, **strawberry**, and a subtle **dark floral** or wine-like quality. With a medium-to-heavy body and sweet, juicy acidity, this coffee is a bold and exotic choice for an exceptional filter or a fruity, complex espresso.

Origin, Varietal & Processing

Sourced from regions known for their dense, flavor-packed Ethiopian Heirloom varietals, this lot is grown at altitudes often exceeding $1,800 \text{m}$.

The **Traditional Natural Process** is critical to this profile:

1. **Harvest:** Cherries are carefully hand-picked at peak ripeness.
2. **Drying:** The whole cherries are spread in thin layers on raised African beds for $15-25$ days, where they are constantly turned and monitored to ensure even drying and prevent over-fermentation.

This slow drying process allows the sugars in the fruit pulp to deeply penetrate the bean, resulting in the characteristic blueberry and jam-like flavor notes. The high altitude and specific varietals prevent the profile from becoming overly fermented or earthy.

Taste Profile & Fruit Intensity

In the cup, the **Ethiopia Aura** is intensely fruity and complex. The aroma is dominated by **blueberry**, often with a slightly boozy or wine-like lift. The flavor profile is centered on **sweet, jammy fruit**—primarily blueberry, strawberry, and occasionally a hint of raspberry.

It possesses a **medium-to-heavy, juicy body** that gives the coffee a luscious texture. The acidity is **juicy and malic**, adding a bright snap that balances the high sweetness. The finish is long, sweet, and complex, resolving into a pleasant chocolate note. This coffee is highly expressive and highly favored by those who enjoy bold, bright natural processing.

Quick Specs

• Flavour Notes: Blueberry, Strawberry Jam, Dark Floral, Winey, Juicy Body
• Origin: Ethiopia (Sidama or Yirgacheffe Region)
• Process: Traditional Natural (Dry)
• Variety: Ethiopian Heirloom
• Roast Recommendation: Light to Medium-Light Roast

Roast Profile Recommendations

A **Light to Medium-Light Roast** is recommended. The goal is to maximize the fruit complexity and juiciness without introducing dark roast notes that would overwhelm the delicate berry flavors.

• **Development:** Aim for 1:30–2:00 minutes post-first crack.
• **Goal:** High sweetness and preserved berry acidity.

Brew Guide — Unlocking the Cup

**Pour-Over (V60 / Chemex)**: Use a medium grind, 1:16 ratio. Water temp $93^{\circ} \text{C}$. A slower, more turbulent pour can maximize the extraction of the jammy fruit notes.

**Espresso**: Produces a vibrant, fruity single-origin espresso. Dose: $18 \text{g}$, Output: $36 \text{g}$, Time: $25-28$ seconds.