{"product_id":"gout-co-2026-new-crop-sidama-rumudamo-74112-washed-ethiopia","title":"Goût \u0026 Co - 2026 New Crop Sidama Rumudamo 74112 Washed | Ethiopia","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopia — Rumudamo Station 74112 (Washed)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTastes Like — 🍈 Lychee • 🍃 Creamy Guava • 🍇 Crystal Grape • 🍵 Oolong Tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStation: Rumudamo Region: Sidama, Ethiopia Varietal: 74112 Process: Washed Altitude: 2,200–2,400 MASL Harvest: Picked December 2025–January 2026 \/ Arrived March 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINTRO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRumudamo is one of Sidama's most celebrated washing stations, perched at an exceptional altitude in the highlands of Arbegona — among the highest coffee-growing elevations in Ethiopia. This Washed 74112 is a pristine expression of the terroir: lychee and creamy guava lead, followed by crystal grape and the delicate, lingering finish of oolong tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE PRODUCER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRumudamo is a small but highly regarded coffee-producing village in the Arbegona district of Sidama, southern Ethiopia. At 2,200–2,400 MASL, it sits above most coffee-growing regions in the country — an altitude that slows cherry maturation considerably, concentrating sugars and building the layered complexity for which Sidama's finest lots are known.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name Rumudamo itself carries a dual meaning — \"fertile land\" and \"abundant roots\" — a fitting reflection of the region's rich volcanic soils and deep agricultural heritage. Farmers cultivate a diverse array of crops alongside coffee, including sugarcane, enset, spices, and vegetables, though coffee remains the primary livelihood for the surrounding communities. The station's reputation is well-established on the international stage: lots from Rumudamo placed 2nd, 3rd, and 8th at the 2020 Ethiopia Cup of Excellence, underscoring the consistency and quality of what this high-altitude village is capable of producing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE PROCESS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Washed process at Rumudamo involves:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🍒 Hand-picking — Freshly harvested cherries delivered to the washing station at peak ripeness 💧 Floatation sorting — Cherries immersed in water to identify and remove defects before processing begins 🧪 Underwater fermentation — Cherries fermented in water for approximately 72 hours under controlled conditions to break down the mucilage 💧 Full washing \u0026amp; de-pulping — Beans thoroughly washed and pulped following fermentation ☀️ Raised-bed drying — Dried on African raised beds over approximately 9 days, with shade applied during peak heat to protect bean integrity and prevent cracking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe defining step is the extended 72-hour underwater fermentation — a carefully controlled process that cleanly strips the mucilage while preserving the delicate floral and fruit characteristics that make high-altitude Sidama coffees so distinctive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE CUP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautifully composed Washed Ethiopian from one of Sidama's most decorated stations — Rumudamo's 74112 reflects the extraordinary conditions of Arbegona's highland terroir with clarity and elegance. The result is a refined and aromatic cup: soft tropical fruits and cool-climate grape give way to the quiet complexity of oolong, making this a coffee that rewards slow, attentive brewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🍈 Lychee 🍃 Creamy Guava 🍇 Crystal Grape 🍵 Oolong Tea\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goût \u0026 Co","offers":[{"title":"100g \/ May 18th","offer_id":57871253340534,"sku":"GOUT-RUMUDAMO-74112-WASHED-MAY18","price":13.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0529\/9152\/5021\/files\/rumudamo.png?v=1778775877","url":"https:\/\/sigmacoffee.co.uk\/de\/products\/gout-co-2026-new-crop-sidama-rumudamo-74112-washed-ethiopia","provider":"Sigma Coffee UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}