Region: Hada Bekele, Yirgacheffe
Variety: 74158
Process: Natural
Altitude: 2350m
Notes: Strawberry, stone fruits, black tea.

Esayas Beriso is the farmer behind this lot. His farm is located in the Hambela Wamena district, in the Oromia Region and sits at an impressive 2350 meters above sea level. Esayas primarily cultivates the local 74158 variety, known for its exceptional cup quality.  

Esayas Beriso began his career in Dimtu, working in a government office before gradually entering the coffee business. He and his brothers initially collected coffee cherries from surrounding farmers, selling them to local wet mills. As their venture grew, Esayas planted his own coffee trees and, in 2009, left his government position to fully commit to coffee farming. Today, his wife, Meskerem, plays an integral role in managing harvest operations, as well as overseeing the purchase of cherries from neighboring farms. 

After the hand-picking and removal of any over-ripe or unripe cherries, the remaining ones are drey-fermented on raised beds. They are usually turned frequently throughout the day and covered during the central hours of the day and night. They dry for 7-10 days. After a strict sorting, they are milled and finally, packed and ready to be sold.