Delicate and floral with hints of jasmine and citrus. a rare artifact unearthed from the highlands of yirgacheffe, ethiopia, one of the world’s finest coffee growing regions. roasted in the medium roast style to highlight the floral notes. ancient abyssinia will be offered for a limited time online and in-stores. it will be avilable online for 4 roasts only: july 11, 18, 25 and aug 1. ethiopia, known as abyssinia in ancient times, historically serves as both of the origin of mankind and the birthplace of coffee. the country’s history, landscape, and people are steeped in tradition and culture. this coffee pays homage to that heritage, especially to the ethiopian ritual - unique among east african coffee producing countries - of drinking their own coffee. from the most modern, cosmopolitan cities to the most remote villages, families still pan roast their best beans in a wok over an open fire, grind them in a wooden mortar and pestle, and brew them in a beautiful traditional clay pot called a jebena. the resulting cup is aromatic and soul satisfying.. (per lb) 19.95
