Bombe Basha Special Red Honey

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This Red Honey lot reflects the craftsmanship of Basha Bekele and Sidama smallholders. Partial mucilage retention during drying enhances its depth and sweetness. The cup reveals notes of black forest cake and brown sugar, lifted by pomegranate brightness and soft rose florals, finishing with a refined black tea structure. Luxurious yet balanced, with a refined structure that highlights Sidama’s signature character

About Coffee

This lot comes from the Bombe kebele in the Bensa district of Sidama, one of Ethiopia’s most celebrated high-altitude coffee regions. Grown at elevations between 2,100 and 2,200 meters, the coffee is produced by Basha Bekele and approximately 500 local smallholder farmers, most of whom belong to the Sidama community. The combination of clay-rich soils, cool temperatures, and traditional farming practices creates ideal conditions for slow cherry maturation and complex flavor development.

After harvest, only ripe cherries are selected and carefully processed using the Red Honey method. The cherries are partially depulped, leaving a substantial amount of mucilage on the parchment before drying. This extended contact with fruit sugars enhances sweetness and texture while preserving clarity in the cup. Drying is closely monitored to achieve optimal moisture levels before the coffee is hulled and prepared for export.

Ethio Catalyst plays a key role in supporting quality and traceability at Bombe, working closely with producers to refine processing methods while respecting long-established local knowledge. The result is a coffee that reflects both innovation and tradition—an expressive Red Honey lot that highlights the distinctive character of Bensa and the dedication of the farmers behind it.

BOMBE BENSA BASHA SPECIAL 

Ethiopia

Sidama G1

Bombe, Bensa 

Heirloom & Landrace | 2,150 - 2,250 MASL | Special Red Honey Preparation

Black Forest Cake | Rose | Pomegranate 

Extraction Recommendation

Brew Ratio | 55g/L to 60g/L
Brew Time | 3 mins
Temperature | 92-94Cº