Worka Natural Sundried
10-22-10
Long before the introduction of fermentation and washing stations in Ethiopia, all coffee was sundried in its fruit before being ceremoniously roasted, ground, and prepared as a delicious means of community and fellowship. This traditional method of sundrying coffee has been handed down from generation to generation, and even though the introduction of the Latin American washing method in 1959 (in Yirgacheffe) interrupted this practice, small pockets of traditionalists still prepared coffee in this way, albeit somewhat casually and haphazardly.
Over the past several years, however, a group of coffee artisans dedicated to relearning and perfecting the almost-lost art of the natural sundried method has emerged in Ethiopia. Enthusiastic partners in this movement to preserve one of Earth’s greatest food experiences, we are proud to introduce Worka Natural Sundried, a beautiful example of how tradition, craft, and progressive agriculture can combine to create delectable results in the cup. Expect top notes of bright raspberry jam above smooth chocolate undertones.
Best,
Mark
Long before the introduction of fermentation and washing stations in Ethiopia, all coffee was sundried in its fruit before being ceremoniously roasted, ground, and prepared as a delicious means of community and fellowship. This traditional method of sundrying coffee has been handed down from generation to generation, and even though the introduction of the Latin American washing method in 1959 (in Yirgacheffe) interrupted this practice, small pockets of traditionalists still prepared coffee in this way, albeit somewhat casually and haphazardly. Over the past several years, however, a group of coffee artisans dedicated to relearning and perfecting the almost-lost art of the natural sundried method has emerged in Ethiopia. Enthusiastic partners in this movement to preserve one of Earth’s greatest food experiences, we are proud to introduce Worka Natural Sundried, a beautiful example of how tradition, craft, and progressive agriculture can combine to create delectable results in the cup. Expect top notes of bright raspberry jam above smooth chocolate undertones.
Best,
Mark
