Limmu
Limmu coffee is grown in the western highlands of Ethiopia at altitudes generally ranging from 1,100 to 1,900 meters (approx. 3,600 to 6,200 feet) above sea level. Natural (dry) processing involves drying the entire coffee cherry with the fruit intact, which imparts distinctive fruity and sweet characteristics to the bean. Limmu naturals are known for a complex and balanced cup profile. Limmu coffee is highly prized for its balance, offering a complex yet well-rounded and smooth drinking experience.
Key Highlights
Primary notes of chocolate (especially dark chocolate), berries (cherry, strawberry), and nutty undertones
Distinctive stone fruit notes (plum, apricot, peach) with citrus (orange, lemon)
Pleasantly sweet with hints of brown sugar and caramelized flavors
Complex yet well-rounded and smooth drinking experience - highly prized for balance
Medium-sized beans with characteristic round shape and greenish color
Flavor Profile
Fruit Notes
Sweetness
Other Notes
Taste Characteristics
Acidity
Diverse, often bright and citric-like, but typically lower than washed counterparts
Body
Generally medium, sometimes thin to medium, but often smooth and occasionally juicy or tea-like
Growing Conditions
- Altitude
- 1,100-1,900m (approx. 3,600 to 6,200 feet) above sea level in the western highlands of Ethiopia
- Soil
- Rich, fertile soil
- Rainfall
- Consistent rainfall
- Farming Practices
- Coffee is typically grown by smallholder farmers using traditional, organic, and sustainable methods, often shade-grown under native trees
- Varietals
- Local heirloom varieties
Processing Method
Method
Natural (dry) process
Duration
Several days to weeks
Technique
The entire coffee cherry is dried with the fruit intact, which imparts distinctive fruity and sweet characteristics to the bean.
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