Product detailed description

Coffee origins

Brazil

Farm: Fazenda Salto
Region: Carmo da Cachoeira, Sul De Minas
Varietal: Yellow Catucai
Altitude: 1230 masl
Importer: Falcon Coffees

Fazenda Salto has been owned by the Reis family for 38 years. Dr. Fabio Reis, who studied and worked as a doctor, has had coffee as a thread in his life since his youth, it has always spoken to him.
Fazenda Salto is an 800-hectare farm managed by Fabio and his sons André and Juca. They always strive to produce quality coffee and strive for excellence. Fabio is always aware of the importance of sustainability, environmental and social issues also on the farm. They have embraced the emergence of choice coffee by investing in modern technology and practices. They installed new static drying boxes on the farm and also built stable raised beds to produce high quality batches. They map the farm and allocate different batches to different processes, always aiming for the best possible result in the cup.
This dry lot was harvested by machine and then separated by density and ripeness, selecting ripe cherries. The coffee was then dried on terraces and turned regularly until it reached a moisture content of 11,35 %. The coffee then rested for 10 days in wooden silos before being ground, bagged and taken to the cooperative.

Ethiopia

Farm: Gedeb
Region: Gedeo
Varietal: Heirloom (many original varietals, basically a wild blend)
Altitude: 2150 m n. m.
Importer: Falcon Coffees

Origin and Harvest

Ethiopian 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.

About Ephtah Specialty Coffee

Ephtah 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.

Lalesa Washing Station

The 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.

Coffee Processing

The 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. The grade 3 is coffee that cups 84 + with a greater defect count of between 13-25 defects.

Journey to Export

Once processed and dried, the coffee is stored at Moplaco in Gerji, Addis Ababa. From there, it is transported to Djibouti via train for export.

Social and Environmental Impact

Ephtah 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.

Challenges and Future Plans

This 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.

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We roast 3 times a week, so your coffee always arrives freshly roasted. We have been roasting our own coffee since 2019 in Silůvky in southern Moravia.