- omni roast profile -

Kokose washing station 

Elto Coffee

74158 - natural

Ethiopia

A Cherished Staple: Kokose by Elto Coffee

A firm fixture in our annual lineup since 2024, Kokose represents the gold standard of what we seek in Ethiopian coffees. Sourced through our valued partnership with Eliyas Dukamo at Elto Coffee, this lot returns each harvest as an indispensable cornerstone of our offerings, embodying consistency, elegance, and pure origin expression.

The Style: Impeccably Clean, Classic Natural

In an era dominated by heavy experimental processing, Kokose stands out as a masterclass in classic natural processing done right. Meticulously dried and sorted to eliminate any muddiness or overripe ferment, the processing remains completely transparent—stepping back to let the unique terroir and the revered 74158 cultivar shine with crystal clarity and poise.

The Cup Profile

The cup leads with the bright, succulent peach sweetness that defines exceptional 74158 lots. This stone fruit core is seamlessly layered with intoxicating, perfumed lychee notes and an unexpected, vibrant lavender floral character that lifts the entire aromatic profile. Wonderfully sweet, transparent, and effortlessly drinkable, it delivers a deeply satisfying, lingering floral finish.

Our tasting notes: 

• peach, lychee, lavender

Area: Bensa, Ethiopia

Altitude: 2200-2400 masl

Varietal: 74158

Process: natural 

Recommended ratio: 1:17-19