• The Naughty Dog - Autumn, Slow Dry Natural

By The Naughty Dog

Autumn, Slow Dry Natural Heirloom

£15.00
Origin - Ethiopia, Gedeb
Variety - Heirloom
Roast - 'Espresso' or 'Filter'
Process Method - Slow Dry Natural

Roast Date (Standard 0-6 Weeks) -

Roast Date (Rested) -

Description

Autumn Edition – Lalesa, Gedeb

Usage: Omni
Origin: Ethiopia
Region: Gedeb, Lalesa
Producer: Smallholders of the Lalesa area
Variety: Heirloom (Kurume, Wolisho, Dega)
Process: Natural, Slow Dry
Altitude: 2,150 – 2,200 MASL
Harvest: January 2025

Tastes Like
🍊 Orange Wine – juicy and aromatic, with a hint of fermentation sweetness
🍬 Orange Candies – bright, zesty sweetness reminiscent of citrus bonbons
🍫 Pralines – soft, nutty chocolate tones that balance the fruit with warmth

About This Coffee
This autumn edition celebrates the season of colour and comfort with a cup that’s both playful and soothing. The flavour is like an autumn fireworks display — sweet, vibrant, and softly spiced with delicate acidity. Each sip reveals layers of orange candy sweetness, the elegant tang of orange wine, and the creamy smoothness of praline chocolate.

Sourced from the Lalesa region in Gedeb, this coffee embodies the complexity and purity that make Ethiopian naturals so beloved. The farms sit at high altitudes between 2,150 and 2,200 MASL, where cool nights and long sunny days allow cherries to mature slowly, creating depth and clarity in the cup.

The slow dry natural process further enhances the flavour. After harvest, cherries are dried under greenhouse-like covers for 20–25 days, a method that extends fermentation and intensifies fruity sweetness while maintaining structure and balance. The result is a rich, layered, and beautifully expressive coffee — equally at home as a filter or espresso, and perfect for crisp autumn mornings or quiet golden afternoons.

What is the roast recency?

We recommend brewing with beans that are at least two weeks off roast. All beans are roasted to peak flavour at around 6-12 weeks. We have the option to either purchase standard beans (at least 2 weeks but no longer than 6 weeks off roast), or rested beans (at least 7 weeks off roast, no longer than 12 - should we have any left in stock!). For peak flavour, if you are looking to use immediately, we recommend purchasing the rested beans. If you are adding to your rotation of beans, we recommend purchasing the standard and allowing the beans to naturally rest and mature whilst you rotate through other beans.
Specifications
  • 200g Net