Ethiopia Washed Yirgacheffe Worka G1

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Yirgacheffe G1: The Premium Grade Coffee

Yirgacheffe G1 is a grade specially requested by Japan's Mitsubishi Corporation from the Ethiopia Coffee & Tea Authority, first appearing on the market in 2002-2003. Unlike typical sorting methods, G1 grade beans are produced through strict manual selection from green beans in the Knoga region of Yirga village, which has the highest altitude and excellent soil quality. The green beans are nearly uniform in size, with a beautiful appearance and almost no defective beans. After consumption, one can better appreciate the characteristics of Yirgacheffe. Due to this rigorous production process, the annual production of Yirgacheffe G1 is quite scarce, averaging approximately 600 bags.

Yirgacheffe Processing Methods

Most Yirgacheffe coffee is processed using the washed method, where beans are fermented in washing tanks for about 72 hours to remove parchment, then dried directly outside the plant. After manual selection of green beans and quality inspection approval by the Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority, the beans are traded and exported through bidding. The annual production is approximately 225,000 bags (60kg each), primarily exported to Northern Europe (mainly Germany) and Japan in the past, but has recently gained attention from North America.

Product Information

Manufacturer: Dazhen Coffee FrontStreet Coffee
Address: No. 10 Bao'an Front Street, Guangzhou
Manufacturer Contact: 020-38364473
Ingredients: Self-roasted
Shelf Life: 90 days
Net Weight: 227g
Packaging: Bulk coffee beans
Roast Level: Roasted coffee beans
Sugar Content: Sugar-free
Origin: Ethiopia
Roast Degree: Light roast

Ethiopia Washed Yirgacheffe Worka G1

Country: Ethiopia
Grade: G1
Region: Worka
Roast Level: Light roast
Processing Method: Washed
Variety: Local native varieties
Processing Station: Worka Cooperative
Flavor Notes: Lemon, kumquat, white grape juice

Yirgacheffe Region and Characteristics

Yirgacheffe itself is a small town with about 20,000 people. The three neighboring small regions—Wenago, Kochore, and Gelena Abaya—produce coffee with flavors almost identical to Yirgacheffe, so they are also classified under the Yirgacheffe regional category. Yirgacheffe shares similar culture and geographical environment with the neighboring Sidamo region, but Yirgacheffe seems to be more favored with unique natural conditions. Top-quality Yirgacheffe coffee features floral aromas, bright citrus acidity, lemon notes, and a silky smooth mouthfeel.

Brewing Recommendations

For pour-over brewing of washed Worka: Use 15g of coffee, ground to medium-fine (Fuji ghost tooth grinder setting 3.5), V60 dripper, water temperature 90-92°C. First pour with 30g of water for a 27-second bloom, then pour to 105g and pause. Wait until the water level drops halfway before continuing to pour, slowly reaching 225g total. Avoid the tail section. Water-to-coffee ratio 1:15, extraction time 2:00.

Processing Comparison

Compared to the traditionally sun-processed Harar region, sun-processed Yirgacheffe is not as common. As the region where Ethiopia's first washing station is located, coffee enthusiasts are more familiar with the washed Yirgacheffe known for its elegant lemon and citrus characteristics.

Washed processed coffee flavors are less likely to have wild characteristics, possessing pure and refreshing qualities suitable for light roast levels. This washed Ethiopian coffee can reach the highest G1 grade, indicating it's already a grade with very few defects.

Important Notice :

前街咖啡 FrontStreet Coffee has moved to new addredd:

FrontStreet Coffee Address: 315,Donghua East Road,GuangZhou

Tel:020 38364473