Elto Elora [Semi Washed]

Details:

• Origin: Ethiopia, Sidama, Arbegona) 

• Producer: Elto Coffee — Eliyas Dukamo & Atiklit Dejene

• Varieties: JARC 74110 & 74112 (heirloom Ethiopian cultivars)

• Process: Semi‑washed

• Roast Profile: Omni roast (versatile for espresso or filter)

• Score: 87 points

• Body: Delicate

• Acidity: Medium

• Tasting Notes: Citrus 🍋 • Black Tea 🫖 • Honey 🍯

Intro:

TANAT is excited to present Elto Elora [Semi Washed], an exceptional Ethiopian single‑origin coffee that strikes a beautiful balance between clarity and sweetness. This microlot highlights the expressive character of heirloom Ethiopian varieties, processed in a way that sits between washed and natural — offering lively citrus brightness tempered by honeyed sweetness and a long, textured finish reminiscent of black tea. It’s a coffee that rewards exploration in both filter and espresso, revealing nuance and depth with every sip.

The Producer:

Elto Coffee is the heartfelt project of Eliyas Dukamo & Atiklit Dejene, a couple based in the Sidama Bensa region of Ethiopia, focused on elevating micro‑lots from local terroirs. They work closely with small producers to hand‑select cherries, emphasizing traceability, sustainability, and quality. Through innovative processing and meticulous selection, Elto Coffee brings out the complex aromas and refined profiles that make Ethiopian coffees so celebrated in the specialty world.

The Process:

This lot is crafted using a semi‑washed process — cherries are pulped and then dried with a portion of their mucilage still intact. This technique creates a subtle equilibrium between the transparency of a washed coffee and the rich sweetness often found in naturals. The result is a cup with both clarity and body, where acidity and sweetness play together in harmony. Roasted using an omni roast profile, this coffee delivers its full range of flavours regardless of brew method.

The Cup:

In the cup, Elto Elora delights with medium acidity and a delicate body. Expect vibrant citrus 🍋 highlights that bring brightness to the forefront, supported by a soft honey 🍯 sweetness that rounds out the profile. The finish carries a textured black tea 🫖 character, adding depth and complexity that lingers, making this cup both refreshing and rewarding.

Overall:

TANAT’s Elto Elora [Semi Washed] is a superb example of Ethiopian coffee craftsmanship — where thoughtful processing meets expressive varietals. Its balanced acidity, sweet undertones, and textured finish make it versatile and engaging across brew methods. Whether enjoyed as a crisp filter or a delicate espresso, this coffee reveals the richness of Sidama terroir and the careful hands that brought it from farm to roast.

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 8-12 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). 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.