Kebel Aricha mill

The story

The Aricha washing station is located in the Edido kebele of the Yirgacheffe district. Coffee has been grown in this region for centuries, with local families traditionally picking and selling coffee that grows wild in native forests.

Challenges

The road infrastructure leading to the station is described as rough and difficult to navigate, resembling a mountain bike trail.

Innovations

The station utilizes specialized processing techniques such as anaerobic fermentation to produce distinct flavor profiles.