Ethiopia Sidama Ayla Bombe Natural
TASTING NOTES: Strawberry | Cherry | Orange Blossom | Lavender | Lemon
The Ayla washing station, nestled just south of Shantawane village, is surrounded by a river that naturally cools the air and enhances airflow across its drying beds. This unique environment, combined with careful processing, produces coffees of exceptional clarity and sweetness. Over 725 dedicated growers deliver their harvest to Ayla, where the cherries undergo meticulous sorting—first by hand to remove underripes, then through flotation to separate out light “floaters.”
From there, the fruit is spread on raised beds and turned at least five times daily, ensuring even drying over 15 to 21 days, depending on the weather. The result is a beautifully clean and expressive natural process coffee.
Owned by Testi Trading and run by the Yonis family, the Ayla station is more than a processing site—it is part of a broader commitment to community. Through their Project Direct initiatives, Testi has built multiple primary schools and even the first high school in Hamasho, Sidama.
We have partnered with Faysel Yonis and his team since 2024, and every harvest reaffirms why: Ayla coffees consistently shine in the cup, carrying both the story of the land and the care of the people who cultivate and process them.
COFFEE INFORMATION
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Origin: |
Ethiopia |
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Variety: |
74110, 74158 |
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Process: |
Natural |
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Farmer: |
725 dedicated growers |
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Region: |
Bombe Kebele, Bensa Woreda, Sidama Zone |
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Sub Region: |
- |
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Processing Mill: |
Ayla Washing Station |
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Drying Practices: |
African beds |
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Elevation (MASL): |
1950-2150 |
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Origin Cup Score: |
86.88 |
Farmer-first Information
We take a farmer-first approach when sourcing our coffee, recognizing that the best coffee often comes from family-owned farms. Our commitment ensures that farmers are fairly compensated for producing the highest quality coffee. Our approach goes beyond coffee; it's about empowering farmers and their families to thrive.
- Farmer/Producer Relationship Length with BLCC: =2 years
- Farm Gate (price paid to farmer): $n/a (per lb) - TBD
- New York Arabica Coffee Price (I:NYACP): $3.78 (per lb) on August 2025
- Percent above C-Market: n/a%
Facts about Coffee Farms across the world
It's a fact that the world's coffee comes from families, not big corporations. Every bag of coffee that we deliver to you comes directly from these incredible coffee-producing families. Their dedication to their craft and commitment to sustainable practices truly make every sip of our coffee a unique experience. This is the ethos that drives us every single day.
