Pista - Bookkisa Washed

Notes - Black tea, lime and honey

Origin - Ethiopia

Process - Washed

Profiles - Tangy and fruity

Recommendations - Discovery Filter

For the third consecutive year, we are delighted to welcome back Bookkisa, one of our most popular coffees, to our menu. This batch comes from the hamlet of Bookkisa, in the forested and mountainous region of Guji, southern Ethiopia. A true mosaic of microclimates, rich volcanic soils, and ancient forests, Guji is now recognized as one of the country's most iconic terroirs.

This coffee is the fruit of the labors of 33 producers whose garden-style farms generally do not exceed 2.5 hectares. Their cherries are hand-picked at peak ripeness, then transported on foot—often at night—to the Dambi Uddo washing station. This is where Ture Waji, also known as the “King of Guji,” takes over with his dedicated team.

Founder of Sookoo Coffee, Ture is a central figure in Ethiopia's coffee scene. In addition to producing some of the finest coffees in Guji, he invests directly in his community through infrastructure construction, educational programs, microfinance, and a "Women First" policy at his car washes. Working with him for three years now is a privilege we don't take for granted.

This batch, imported thanks to our partner Osito Coffee, was harvested at an altitude of 2,175 m between November and February. The cherries were carefully sorted and then dried on African beds for 21 to 28 days, following a rigorous protocol designed to maximize drying quality. Bookkisa is composed of varieties 74110 (Gibirinna) and 74112 (Serto), selected for their excellent aromatic potential.