Ethiopia Abana Estate
Abana Estate is an East African light roast classic, perfect for fans of the sweet and floral clarity of our washed-process coffees. This marks our eighth year purchasing coffees from Abana Estate and the Omran family. The Arabic word for "our father," Abana pays homage to the deep roots, rich heritage, and origins of wild Arabica coffee.
Origin Story
- Ethiopia
Michael Omran
How to Brew
- Drip Brewer
- AeroPress
- Hario V60
Overview:
Luxe Brewer
Ratio: 1:15
Coffee: 66g
Water: 1000g
Brew Steps:
1. Add filter, grounds, & water
2. Wait for water to heat
3. Select & start brew
As ubiquitous as they are varied, drip coffee machines are the ultimate convenience for brewing coffee for multiple coffee drinkers.
Overview:
AeroPress
Ratio: 1:11
Coffee: 18g
Water: 200g
Brew Steps:
0:00 - 50g bloom
0:40 - 150g pour
2:00 - Stir & plunge
Great for emphasizing depth and richness, AeroPress brews one small strong cup of coffee at a time and is perfect to travel with.
Overview:
Hario V60
Ratio: 1:15
Coffee: 24g
Water: 360g
Brew Steps:
0:00 - 60g bloom
0:30 - 100g pour
1:00 - 100g pour
1:30 - 100g pour
Requiring slow and controlled pours, the Hario V60 is a meditative way to brew one clean, balanced, and nuanced cup of coffee.
About the Producer
The Omran family purchased and developed Abana Estate in 2009, drawn to the region for its deep connection to the history of coffee. The name Abana is the Arabic word for "our father," paying homage to the heritage and origins of wild Arabica coffee. Since founding the estate, the Omran family has made quality of life for workers and their families a central focus, supporting local education, healthcare, and community infrastructure in the Gera region.
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