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Ethiopia Yirgacheffe - Aricha
Surafel Birhanu
Red Bird Coffee
Kebel Aricha coffee mill
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Kebel Aricha coffee mill
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The story
The mill is owned and managed by Surafel Birhanu and his family. It operates by aggregating coffee from approximately 650 to 700 smallholder family farms located in the surrounding Yirgacheffe region.
Challenges
The mill must manage the risks of over-fermentation and mold during the drying process, which requires intensive labor to turn cherries frequently on raised beds.
Innovations
The mill utilizes precise, thin-layer drying techniques on raised beds and employs rigorous sorting protocols to ensure high-quality outcomes for both washed and natural lots.
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Published coffees linked to this farm
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Research sources & verification
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Research last reviewed: 2026-11-01