ETHIOPIA CHELBESA

The Adinew brothers at METAD embodies a seamless blend of excellence in both coffee production and ethical business practices. Their unwavering commitment to quality and community is deeply rooted in a family legacy linked to Ethiopia’s first female pilot. Through this dedication, METAD has become a benchmark for some of Ethiopia’s finest coffees while fostering local development. This lot reflects both exceptional craftsmanship and responsible practices. Our focus is on delivering bright, mouthwatering acidity, intricate yet approachable flavors, lasting sweetness, and a well-structured, satisfying mouthfeel - ensuring an outstanding coffee experience in every cup.

Nestled in Ethiopia’s Gedeo Zone, within the Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples' Region (SNNPR), Chelbesa kebele is a celebrated coffee-producing area in Yirgacheffe**, renowned for its exceptional quality and unique terroir. Here, coffee thrives under **a dense, layered canopy of semi-forest shade, creating ideal conditions for slow cherry maturation.  

The Chelbesa wet mill was established with the mission of sourcing high-quality cherries from hundreds of small-scale farmers in the area.

Regarded by many as the birthplace of coffee, Yirgacheffe boasts a rich heritage of ancient, heirloom varieties. With a focus on quality control, most producers sell their cherries to centralized washing stations, allowing wet mills to highlight Yirgacheffe’s distinctive terroir and maintain consistently high standards.  

Ethiopian natural-processed coffees undergo a meticulous selection process, where only fully ripened cherries are harvested. Unlike washed processing, the cherries remain intact during drying, a slow and carefully monitored procedure that can take up to four weeks. Throughout this period, the coffee is frequently turned to promote even airflow, prevent spoilage, and ensure uniform drying. Once fully dried, the beans are extracted from the fruit and prepared for export, preserving the distinct sweetness and complexity that Ethiopian naturals are celebrated for worldwide.