Coffee Description
This rich Ethiopian coffee launches with aromas of coconut, cocoa nib, and coffee flower before plunging into flavors of lemonade, strawberry shortcake, nectarine and some deep, dark chocolate. Bright and sweet with a big, juicy body, it’s sure to deliver right down to the last drop.
Roast Level from the Roaster
Refers to the roast level in comparison with other coffees from the roaster
Light/Medium
Variety
Process
Washed
Elevation
1650-2700 masl
Region
Oromia
About Smallholder producers of Ethiopia
This coffee hails from near the village of Worka in the remote West Arsi zone, snugged between the more well-known Sidama and Harrar zones. After tasting different screen sizes, processor Girma Wondimu and Catalyst Coffee Consulting out of Portland, OR found that smaller sized beans featured flavor notes of lemon zest, fresh raspberries, and lemonade, while the larger ones presented peaches, nectarines, cascara, and lemon balm.
Why choose one profile or the other? Together, Catalyst, Girma and his workers cleaned machinery, calibrated for screen sizes 13-17, and three types of sorting: gravimetric, optic, and by hand. Normally conveyor belts used for hand sorting stop every 30 seconds. For this special prep lot, each stop was given 6 minutes, and the trained sorters received a daily bonus of 110 birr in addition to their day’s wage of 35 birr.
Oromia, Ethiopia
Tilly's Coffee
Tilly's Coffee, formerly known as Theodore's Coffee, is a small-batch roasting company led by Darwin Pavon, a Honduran coffee grower. Our journey began more than two decades ago when we discovered the world of premium coffee and the diverse range of varieties available in the market. Theodore's Coffee was established to bridge the gap between growers and discerning consumers, aiming to address the inequalities prevalent in the coffee industry and secure better returns for growers.
Over the years, we have experienced remarkable growth and recently celebrated five years of roasting excellence in the United States. Our roastery is located in Owosso, Michigan, a charming community adorned with captivating historic landmarks. As a company, we take pride in directly importing 90% of our coffees from dedicated growers in Central America, while the remaining 10% is sourced through our valued partner, CATALYST CONSULTING, who provides us with exceptional Ethiopian coffees.
Our unwavering commitment lies in meticulously roasting each small batch with an unwavering passion, fueled by our curiosity to understand how every customer savors their cup of coffee. Our core values serve as the guiding principles that shape our business:
QUALITY: We meticulously source, roast, and deliver the finest coffees from exceptional farms across the globe.
PEOPLE: We deeply value the hands that contribute to our business, from the growers to our cherished customers, as well as our friends and family.
INTEGRITY: Upholding the highest standards of integrity is paramount to us. We engage exclusively with like-minded companies and individuals who share our commitment to ethical business practices.
For further information or any inquiries, we encourage you to reach out to us at info@theodorescoffee.com. We are delighted to provide you with more insights and answer any questions you may have.
