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, partnering with family-owned farms to ensure fair compensation and thriving communities. Coffee isn’t just a crop—it’s a livelihood. Since most of the world’s coffee comes from families, not corporations, every bag we share reflects their dedication, sustainable practices, and craft—making each sip unique and meaningful. We also push for full transparency on farm gate pricing—the price paid directly to farmers—to ensure they reap the rewards of high-quality production and sustainable agriculture.
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Farmer/Producer Relationship Length: |
2 Years |
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Farmgate Price (per lb paid to farmer): |
n/a |
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FOB Price (per lb paid to exporter/importer): |
$7.07 |
