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Ethiopian Coffee: The Birthplace of Coffee, in Your Cup

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LocoYoko Coffee
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Ethiopian coffee — the birthplace of arabica

Ethiopia is where coffee began — and its beans are still among the most distinctive in the world. Floral, fruity and unmistakably bright.

Where Ethiopian coffee comes from

Grown in regions like Yirgacheffe, Sidamo and Guji at high altitude, Ethiopian coffee is often heirloom-varietal and naturally processed, which gives it its signature character.

What Ethiopian coffee tastes like

Expect bright acidity with floral, citrus and berry notes — sometimes tasting like blueberry or jasmine. If you're new to single origins, our guide to light vs medium vs dark roast explains how roast level shapes these notes.

How to brew it

Ethiopian beans shine as a light-to-medium roast on pour-over or filter, where their delicate notes come through. Dial in your coffee-to-water ratio and match your grind size to your brewer for the best cup.

Why buy Ethiopian coffee from LocoYoko

We roast in small batches in Canada and ship fresh, so you taste the origin — not staleness. One sip and you'll understand why Ethiopia earned the crown.

Shop our Ethiopian coffee →  |  Browse all origins →

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