Deep in the Harenna Forest, in the heart of Ethiopia’s Bale Mountains National Park, this rare wild coffee grows—untouched, pristine, and in perfect harmony with nature. The wild beans thrive in the shade of ancient rainforest trees and are handpicked by local farming families and sun-dried. When roasted to a light roast, the result is a coffee with a naturally pure flavor featuring delicate notes of red cherries, amaretto, and almonds.
Through the Sip for Seed initiative, 1 Franken per package goes toward the cultivation of climate-resilient macadamia trees and supports the local community.
Flavor Profile
Bale Mountains Wild Coffee delights with its clear, pure aroma and balanced fruitiness. The wild Arabica beans—hand-picked in the Harenna rainforest and naturally sun-dried—bring an authentic, unadulterated flavor profile to the cup.
- Red Cherries – Fruity Sweetness
- Amaretto – pleasant, warm notes
- Almonds – nutty and rich
- mild acidity – easy to digest and gentle on the stomach
Preparation Recommendations
Bale Mountains Light Roast reaches its full potential with precise extraction. Recommended for:
Portafilter / Espresso Machine
Grind size: fine (level 3 on a 10-point scale) | Dosage: 9–10 g for a single shot, 16–18 g for a double shot | Extraction time: 25–30 seconds | Water volume: 35 ml for espresso | Brewing temperature: 91°C.
Bale Mountains Light Roast will surprise you with a fruity, well-balanced espresso or a well-rounded Americano (a single or double shot of espresso mixed with 60–120 ml of hot water).
Filter/Pour-over
Grind size: coarse (level 5–6 on a 10-point scale) | Dosage: 10 g per 200 ml of water | Brewing temperature: 90–94°
Cold Brew
Grind size: medium-coarse (level 4 on a scale of 10) | Dosage: 60 g per liter of water | Steeping time: 12–24 hours. Bale Mountains Light Roast tastes especially delicious as a cold brew, with its mild, fruity notes.
Storage instructions: Store in a cool, dry place away from light. After opening, reseal tightly (e.g., with a clip) and use within 4–6 weeks to preserve the full flavor.
The roast date of your Bale Mountains Wild Coffee is the best-by date minus 12 months.
Sustainability
Sip for Seed – Initiative
With every sip of Bale Mountains Wild Coffee, you’re not only doing something good for yourself, but also for local families—and thus for the planet:
1 franc per package goes directly toward planting climate-resilient macadamia trees.
These trees provide additional, sustainable income for local families and make them more resilient to the effects of climate change.
Bale Mountains Wild Coffee – for anyone looking for authenticity, flavor, and a kick in every cup of coffee.
