{"product_id":"ethiopia-lalesa-2026","title":"Ethiopia LALESA","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEthiopia Lalesa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cem\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eStrawberry | Blueberry | Peach\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLocation - \u003c\/b\u003eEthiopia\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion - \u003c\/b\u003eGedeb\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer -\u003c\/b\u003e Lalesa washing station\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eImporter - \u003c\/b\u003eFalcon coffees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProcess - \u003c\/b\u003eNatural\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlant species - \u003c\/b\u003eArabica \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eVarietal - \u003c\/b\u003e74110,74112 \u0026amp; Heirloom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eAltitude  - \u003c\/b\u003e2150 - 2200\u003cspan\u003e masl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCup Score -\u003c\/b\u003e 87\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a great coffee for filter lovers - roasted lighter to bring out the fruit flavours and the full potential of this beautiful coffee!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tabs__paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin and Harvest (words by falcon coffee)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tabs__paragraph\"\u003eEthiopian coffee production is profoundly influenced by the country's three main seasons. The Bega season (October-January) is the long dry period, crucial for coffee harvesting and processing. The Belg season (February-May) brings the first rains, essential for coffee flowering and early fruit development. The Krempt season (June-September) sees heavy rainstorms from the east, crucial for the later stages of coffee fruit development and ripening. By the end of September, the rains cease abruptly, allowing the coffee fruits to ripen, leading to a bustling harvest period by November.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tabs__paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Ephtah Specialty Coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tabs__paragraph\"\u003eEphtah Specialty Coffee is dedicated to building sustainable and collaborative supply chains that benefit customers, farmers, and their communities. The company emphasizes promoting the role of women in the coffee industry, recognizing their pivotal role in driving social and economic change in Ethiopia. Ephtah ensures quality at every stage of the shipment process, focusing on providing the highest quality green coffee beans and maintaining satisfaction among all stakeholders in the supply chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tabs__paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLalesa Washing Station\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tabs__paragraph\"\u003eThe Lalesa washing station is located in Gedeb, a region with a population of over 300,000 people. The area is predominantly Christian Protestant, with some Orthodox Christians, and the primary language spoken is Gedeoiniya. The community celebrates its main annual New Year festival on January 18th, and Enset (false banana) is the staple food. The Siqe river delineates the border between Gedeo, Guji, and the Southern regional state from Oromia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tabs__paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoffee Processing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tabs__paragraph\"\u003eThe coffee is naturally grown under shade trees, primarily Ensete (false banana tree). The best cherries are bought from nearby farmers. Coffee is initially floated to remove quakers, then placed on drying beds for 12-15 days. Green beans are handpicked by local women.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tabs__paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJourney to Export\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tabs__paragraph\"\u003eOnce processed and dried, the coffee is stored at Moplaco in Gerji, Addis Ababa. From there, it is transported to Djibouti via train for export.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tabs__paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSocial and Environmental Impact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tabs__paragraph\"\u003eEphtah Specialty Coffee is dedicated to social and environmental projects. The company provides initial payments to farmers upon receipt of their coffee and supports them with quality premiums, second payments, and assistance with school fees. Future investment plans include expanding the Ama Commitment scheme, building a water tank for flotation, increasing the number of drying beds, and cultivating additional crops on the land to support local markets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tabs__paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChallenges and Future Plans\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tabs__paragraph\"\u003eThis year, financial constraints have been a significant challenge due to the National Bank of Ethiopia's policy to control inflation. However, Ephtah is committed to ongoing investment and development, including expanding drying facilities and supporting local farmers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tabs__paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tabs__paragraph\"\u003eThe Ephtah site in Gedeb is the largest drying and washing site in the region, further underscoring the company's commitment to quality and capacity in coffee production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tabs__paragraph\"\u003e- Permanent Employees: 20\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tabs__paragraph\"\u003e- Seasonal Employees (during harvest): 250\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tabs__paragraph\"\u003e- Drying Beds: 350\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tabs__paragraph\"\u003e- Harvest Months: Late November – January\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"West coast coffee roasters","offers":[{"title":"250g \/ Whole Bean","offer_id":58556775727485,"sku":null,"price":16.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g \/ Whole Bean","offer_id":58556781953405,"sku":null,"price":27.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg \/ Whole Bean","offer_id":58556782215549,"sku":null,"price":52.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g \/ Cafetiere \/ French Press","offer_id":58556775760253,"sku":null,"price":16.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g \/ Cafetiere \/ French Press","offer_id":58556781986173,"sku":null,"price":27.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg \/ Cafetiere \/ French Press","offer_id":58556782248317,"sku":null,"price":52.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g \/ Stove Top","offer_id":58556775793021,"sku":null,"price":16.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g \/ Stove Top","offer_id":58556782018941,"sku":null,"price":27.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg \/ Stove Top","offer_id":58556782281085,"sku":null,"price":52.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g \/ AeroPress","offer_id":58556775825789,"sku":null,"price":16.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g \/ AeroPress","offer_id":58556782051709,"sku":null,"price":27.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg \/ AeroPress","offer_id":58556782313853,"sku":null,"price":52.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g \/ Pour Over","offer_id":58556775858557,"sku":null,"price":16.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g \/ Pour Over","offer_id":58556782084477,"sku":null,"price":27.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg \/ Pour Over","offer_id":58556782346621,"sku":null,"price":52.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g \/ Commercial Espresso","offer_id":58556775891325,"sku":null,"price":16.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g \/ Commercial Espresso","offer_id":58556782117245,"sku":null,"price":27.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg \/ Commercial Espresso","offer_id":58556782379389,"sku":null,"price":52.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g \/ Domestic Espresso","offer_id":58556775924093,"sku":null,"price":16.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g \/ Domestic Espresso","offer_id":58556782150013,"sku":null,"price":27.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg \/ Domestic Espresso","offer_id":58556782412157,"sku":null,"price":52.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/0819\/8959\/files\/B696FA05-A1CE-4817-A16C-4F12362FAEBC.jpg?v=1787907937","url":"https:\/\/westcoastcoffee.shop\/products\/ethiopia-lalesa-2026","provider":"West Coast Coffee ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}