DAK Coffee Roasters begins its story with a coffee that immediately captivates you with its first aroma – Ethiopia Berry Blues is like an invitation to a world full of juicy berries, delicate herbal sweetness, and a creamy nutty finish. It brings notes reminiscent of grape soda, myrtle liqueur, and delicate cashew butter. The first sip draws you into a velvety texture that caresses the palate and slowly reveals layers of flavors that alternate one after the other. It's not just a coffee to wake you up in the morning, but rather a small ritual – a moment when you stop and let yourself be carried away to a place where time flows differently.
The beans that give this coffee its unique character come from the Guji region of Ethiopia. They are grown by farmer Esayas Beriso, whose name is well known in the community for his care and love for the land he cultivates. The fields, located 2,300 meters above sea level, provide ideal conditions for the coffee cherries to ripen slowly, resulting in a deeper and more concentrated flavor. Esayas works with original Ethiopian heirloom varieties that retain their rich genetic diversity and natural sweetness. The combination of high altitude, shade-grown cultivation, and traditional methods gives the coffee a character that is instantly recognizable among dozens of others.
The processing itself is done using the anaerobic natural method, a process that has been gaining popularity in recent years due to its significant influence on the flavor profile. Ripe cherries are left to ferment in airtight tanks, where intense fruity notes and subtle fermentation complexity develop. The coffee is then dried in the shade to preserve its delicacy and silky texture. The result? A cup that combines traditional Ethiopian elegance with modern processing methods for an unforgettable experience.
- Altitude: 2300 m above sea level.
- Farmer: Esayas Beriso