Banko Chelchele is located in the Gedeo Zone, Gedebe District, about 447 km from Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia. Gedebe is blessed with high altitude, which contributes as one of the elements that helps this area producing high quality coffee.
This lot of coffee was produced by a single farmer, which is rare in Ethiopia. The producer, Mr. Bekele Kurse, owns a 14.6 ha farm where he lives with his wife and 10 children. At their high and breezy drying field, Mr. Bekele processes his farm's cherries exclusively as a high quality natural process coffee.
| Country: | Ethiopia |
| Region: | Banko Chelchele, Gedeb |
| Variety: | 74110, 74112 |
| Altitude: | 1,800-2,000m |
| Process: | Natural |
| Roast Level: | Medium |
| Flavor Notes: | Plum, Strawberry, Apricot, Red wine, Lavender, Milk chocolate |
Fasan Tasting Note
Ethiopia Chelchele Bekele is like a warm welcome, starting with a gentle note of plum and seamlessly transitioning into a cozy chocolate richness. It's the kind of cup that feels like catching up with an old friend — smooth, easygoing, and just the right companion for a relaxed moment to yourself.
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Brew Recipe
(Source: Kurasu Coffee Roaster)
Dripper: Hario V60 Dripper
Coffee to water ratio: 14g : 200g
Water temp: 91℃
Grind size: Coarse
Step by step:
| Step | Time | Water | Total Water |
| 1 | 00:00 | 40g | 40g |
| 2 | 00:40 | +60g | 100g |
| 3 | 01:10 | +50g | 150g |
| 4 | 01:40 | +50g | 200g |
Finish brew time: Approx. 02:30
Dripper: Kalita Wave Dripper
Coffee to water ratio: 14g : 200g
Water temp: 92℃
Grind size: Coarse
Step by step:
| Step | Time | Water | Total Water |
| 1 | 00:00 | 30g | 30g |
| 2 | 00:40 | +30g | 60g |
| 3 | 01:10 | +140g | 200g |
Finish brew time: Approx. 02:15
The Roaster
Kurasu Coffee Roaster (Japan)
Founded in 2013 by Yozo Otsuki, Kurasu stands as a testament to the enduring allure of Japanese coffee culture. The name 'Kurasu' draws from the Japanese word for 'to live' or 'lifestyle,' reflecting a philosophy that celebrates the everyday ritual of coffee. Yozo, with his vision of sharing Kyoto's coffee artistry, has nurtured Kurasu into a globally recognized brand synonymous with quality and the Japanese way of life.
As part of our family, we invites you to experience Kurasu coffee as a Japanese lifestyle, where every brew is an intimate slice of Japan's rich coffee heritage.
