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Wolisho

Wolisho is a tall-type Arabica variety characterized by large leaves and elongated cherries that contribute to its reputation for aromatic complexity. It is highly valued in specialty coffee for its ability to produce floral, tea-like, and fruit-forward cup profiles when grown at high altitudes. As a landrace selection, the variety remains heterogeneous, meaning individual plants can exhibit significant genetic variation. Its performance in the cup often depends on the specific microclimate and processing methods applied by local farmers.

TagsWolishoArabicaKurume
Where did it come from?

Wolisho is an indigenous Ethiopian landrace that evolved naturally within the country's southwestern and southern highland forests. It was later selected by local farming communities for propagation due to its desirable agronomic traits and superior flavor potential.

Plant characteristics

At Suke Quto, Wolisho shows meaningful plant-to-plant heterogeneity even though the variety can be identified on the farm.

Why producers grow it

Tesfaye Bekele reports that Wolisho and Kurume tend to deliver higher quality when grown and harvested together.

Sources & further reading

Editorial record last reviewed: . Sources document specific claims, not guarantees about every coffee sold under this variety name.

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