THE COFFEE
A light roast single origin from the Yirgacheffe region of southern Ethiopia, widely regarded as the birthplace of coffee itself. Expect a fresh floral aroma, rhythmic tones of Earl Grey tea and bourbon whisky, and a bright vivid citrus acidity that lingers in the best possible way. Low body, high complexity, and a profile defined by its singular, tea-like clarity.
THE HIGHLANDS
The legend begins in the highlands of Ethiopia, where a goat herder named Kaldi noticed his animals behaving with unusual energy after grazing on red berries from an unfamiliar tree. The berries were brought to a local monastery, the monks brewed them, and what followed was the entire history of coffee as the world knows it. That story stretches back to the very dawn of the region's history, and Yirgacheffe has remained a defining origin ever since. The goat moves through these highlands with a playful energy, the same spirited authority that first led to the discovery of the red berries. There is something fitting about this presence here, on a coffee that carries a storied heritage in every cup.
FROM THE PLANET
Yirgacheffe sits at altitude in the Great Rift Valley, where volcanic soil, forest shade and cool mountain air slow the development of the coffee cherry in ways that create extraordinary flavour complexity. These beans are grown under a natural forest canopy, a method that protects the surrounding ecosystem while producing some of the most distinctive cups on earth. Light roasting preserves the delicate terroir that makes Yirgacheffe coffee so celebrated. Studies on high-altitude Arabica suggest that the slower maturation process concentrates natural chlorogenic acids in the bean, which research suggests may support cognitive focus and natural alertness as part of a balanced lifestyle.
INGREDIENTS
• 100% Arabica coffee beans
• Origin: Yirgacheffe, Ethiopia
• Roast: Light | Body: Low | Sweetness: Medium | Acidity: High
• Tasting notes: fresh floral, Earl Grey, bourbon whisky, citrus
No allergens from the UK 14 major allergen list present. Produced in a facility that handles nuts and various botanical ingredients.
HOW TO BREW
Available as whole beans, ground for espresso, filter, cafetiere, moka pot and Aeropress.
Exceptional as a pour-over or Aeropress where the light roast and high acidity can fully express themselves. Works beautifully as espresso for those who enjoy a bright, complex shot.
OUR PROMISE
All Brew Planet coffees are sourced from ethical, fully traceable Arabica farms. The growers we work with are paid fairly and farm in ways we are proud to support.
Brew Planet is a multi award-winning independent tea and coffee brand born in Somerset. Ethical and Sustainable Tea and Coffee Brand of the Year 2023 and 2024. Look for the Planet Friendly Promise badge on everything we make.
Circular thinking: your caddy is built to be refilled. When the coffee runs out, the artwork stays. Order a refill pouch and keep going. Your packaging choice matters to us so we offer two options: certified home compostable pouches that break down naturally in 10 to 12 weeks, or our I'm Green recyclable pouches made from sugarcane. Both are better than single use. Neither belongs in landfill. Everything else in your order, from the tissue paper to the tape, is either compostable or recyclable.