Limu is one of the zones in the Oromiya coffee-growing regions of southwest Ethiopia. Limu coffee grows at an elevation of 1500-1900 producing medium-sized beans with a characteristic round shape and a greenish color. It is generally washed and it has a similar cupping profile to Sidama and Yirgacheffe coffee having a citric acidity, with soft berry undertones and chocolate-floral notes. The flavor is generally characterized by a balanced and clean cup. coffee is regarded as premium gourmet coffee with its distinctive terroir and variety.. Limu is noted for washed and dry-processed coffee of higher grades. It also carries a reputation for producing better coffee probably because of better agronomic standards and good processing, well-established farms, and a good number of washing stations
Ethiopia’s coffees Percentage of World Market 4.5%
Harvest Octobrer- December
Process: Washed and Natural
World Ranking as producer: 5th
Main Type: Arabica, Native Heirloom Varieties