Bookkisa Natural

This lot is grown by around 100 smallholder farmers from the Bookisa kebele and processed by Sookoo Coffee at their central location, the Dambi Uddo drying station, located high up in the hills of Odo Shakiso. Sookoo Coffee is managed by Ture Waji. Most of the delivered cherries come from two varieties: Gibirinna and Serto. These varieties are from the Metu-Bishari selections made in the forest of the same name in the Illubabor Zone by the Jimma Agricultural Research Center (JARC).

PROCESSING

The cherries are dried at a centralized location on raised beds for 21-28 days, depending on the weather, at an elevation of 2173 meters above sea level. The cherries are constantly turned and moved to ensure even and precise drying, being manually turned six times a day. They are kept in thin layers, no more than 4 cm deep, and covered with nylon mesh and plastic sheets during the night.

TRACEABILITY

Sourced through Osito Coffee. Beginning in 2018, Osito has expanded its sourcing to include multiple origins. In Ethiopia, Osito collaborates with Sookoo Coffee, which was established by Ture Waji.

 Price Paid for Green Coffee (ex. shipping): £10.00/kg
 Amount Purchased: 60kg
Harvest: October 2023 - January 2024