Chelelektu

Ethiopia · Chelelektu, Kochere, YirgacheffeArabicaNatural

Chelelektu is an unroasted green coffee from Ethiopia. The natural Chelelektu profile from the Yirgacheffe coffee area targets distinct fruit aromatics and a creamy body. It is relevant to filter service and fruit-led blends.

Country: Ethiopia
Region: Chelelektu, Kochere, Yirgacheffe
Species: Arabica
Processing Method: Natural
Varyete: Kurume, Dega, Wolisho
Altitude: 1300–2200 m
Soil and Climate: Highland production on fertile red-brown soils under shade trees.
Main Harvest: November–March

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Sensory Profile

Expected Profile

Aroma: Citrus, Blueberry
Acidity: 4/5 · High
Body: 4/5 · Full
Sweetness: 4/5 · High
Finish: Fruity, sweet and lingering.

Applications

Recommended for blueberry and citrus definition in filter coffee, and fruit brightness with creamy texture in espresso and blends.

Filter / Pour Over: 5/5
Espresso: 4/5
Blend: 4/5

Roasting Recommendation

Use a light-to-medium roast for aromatic clarity and fruit sweetness. Reduce heat input gradually after drying and finish with a short, controlled development after first crack.

Roast Curve (RoR)Suggested Profile

Charge: 0:00, 200 °C
Turning Point: 1:30, 85 °C
Drying End: 4:30, 150 °C
First Crack: 8:45, 196 °C
Finish: 10:09, 203 °C
Development: 1:24, 13.8%

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