Flavour Notes: Mixed Berries, Mango, Panela
Roast Degree: Light
Region: Bensa, Sidama
Farm: Alo Village
Altitude: 2,380–2,470m
Variety: JARC 74158
Process: Cold River Water Fermentation Mossto Anaerobic Natural

Sweetness 8.5/10 - Penela, Ripe Mango
Acidity 8/10 - Mixed Berries
Body 8/10 - Full
Balance 8/10 - Rich and Fruity

Founded by Tamiru Tadesse in 2020. amiru’s vision for quality and global standards quickly set Alo Coffee apart, with their lot winning 1st place in the 2021 Ethiopian Cup of Excellence. Alo Coffee is located in Bensa area, collaborating with about 60 farmers across Bensa Woreda, that had been untouched for coffee harvest due to its high altitude.

Cold River Fermentation is one of the special fermentation techniques gaining attention in recent years, particularly adopted in regions rich in cold water resources like Ethiopia's Sidama region. It utilizes cold natural river water below 10°C (50°F) for a fermentation process conducted in a consistent low-temperature environment. Its defining characteristic is a clean, clear cup resulting from “slow fermentation”: microbial activity is gentle, enhancing acid quality and drawing out a bright, refreshing acidity. This lot underwent a remarkably long fermentation period of 120 hours, yet achieves astonishing clarity.

The extended fermentation period allows for the development of delicate flavors. Furthermore, the minimal use of natural facilities contributes to its environmental sustainability, another factor drawing significant attention.

-Synesso MVP 
Pre-infusion 0.0sec / Pulse 410 (52-54g out)
Ramp up 4.0 sec / Ramp down 80%

-Linea PB / KB 90 
Pre-infusion 0.0sec / ABR 50.0g / Pulse 405

-Moccamaster or Breville Brewer

-Fetco