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Ethiopia Single Origin Coffee
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The Difference You Can Taste See how our fresh-roasted Ethiopia single origin compares to generic supermarket coffee. FEATURE OUR ETHIOPIA ORIGIN GENERIC COFFEE Roasting Freshness
Roasted fresh daily to order Sits on supermarket shelves for months Growing Altitude 1,450 - 2,050m mountain peaks Low-elevation commercial plantations Processing Method Washed method for crisp floral clarity Inconsistent machine drying causing harsh bitterness Aroma & Profile Tea rose, apricot & milk chocolate Flat, bitter profile requiring extra sugar Craft and Quality Breakdown Ancient Highland Terroir Source: High-altitude forest regions across Ethiopia (1,450–2,050m) Key Benefit: Extreme mountain elevations concentrate fruit sugars and floral aromatics Quality Result: Distinctive tea rose aroma paired with juicy apricot and orange sweetness Washed Method Processing Method: Clean water fermentation before sun drying Key Benefit: Removes fruit mucilage completely to highlight unmasked origin characteristics Quality Result: Full-bodied brew with strong, vibrant acidity and a milk chocolate finish Dialling In Your Brew This versatile single origin performs exceptionally across all extraction methods. Pour Over / Filter Slows extraction to fully unlock the delicate tea rose aroma and juicy apricot sweetness. Espresso Machine Extracts a strong, vibrant shot with golden crema, highlighting citrus brightness and chocolate body. Plunger / Automatic Machine Delivers a smooth, well-rounded morning cup that balances strong flavour with low bitterness. Key Specifications & Origin Summary 100% Single Origin Heirloom Arabica from the historic birthplace of coffee Grown at high altitudes between 1,450 and 2,050 metres for intense flavor density Washed processing method for pristine cup clarity, crisp acidity, and clean finish Roasted fresh daily to order in small batches for peak aroma and balance Versatile extraction excels in pour overs, espresso machines, automatic brewers, and plungers Naturally sweet profile featuring milk chocolate, apricot, orange, and tea rose notes :root { --pdp-dark-text: #111111; --pdp-sub-text: #333333; --pdp-accent-dark: #222222; --pdp-border: #eae6e1; --pdp-badge-bg: #faf8f5; } .pdp-long-desc-wrapper { font-family: 'Poppins', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif; color: var(--pdp-dark-text); max-width: 100%; margin-top: 30px; display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 24px; } .long-card { background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid var(--pdp-border); border-radius: 16px; padding: 28px; box-shadow: 0 10px 30px rgba(0,0,0,0.03); } .long-card-title { font-size: 22px; font-weight: 700; letter-spacing: -0.02em; color: var(--pdp-dark-text); margin: 0 0 6px 0; } .long-card-intro { font-size: 15px; color: var(--pdp-sub-text); margin: 0 0 8px 0; } /* DESKTOP COMPARISON TABLE */ .compare-table-wrapper { margin-top: 20px !important; display: flex; flex-direction: column; border: 1px solid var(--pdp-border); border-radius: 12px; overflow: hidden; } .compare-row { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 180px 1fr 1fr; padding: 14px 18px; border-bottom: 1px solid var(--pdp-border); font-size: 15px; align-items: center; gap: 12px; } .compare-row:last-child { border-bottom: none; } .compare-header { background-color: var(--pdp-badge-bg); font-weight: 700; font-size: 12px; letter-spacing: 0.8px; color: #777777; } .col-feature { font-weight: 700; color: var(--pdp-dark-text); } .col-ours { color: var(--pdp-dark-text); font-weight: 600; } .badge-good { color: var(--pdp-dark-text); font-weight: 600; } .col-theirs { color: var(--pdp-sub-text); font-weight: 400; } /* FEATURE CARDS */ .feature-card-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 18px; margin-top: 14px; } .feature-item-card { background: var(--pdp-badge-bg); border: 1px solid var(--pdp-border); border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px; } .feature-item-title { font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; color: var(--pdp-dark-text); margin: 0 0 10px 0; } .feature-item-detail { font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.6; color: var(--pdp-dark-text); font-weight: 450; margin: 0 0 8px 0; } .feature-item-detail:last-child { margin-bottom: 0; } /* BREW GUIDE */ .brew-guide-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(3, 1fr); gap: 16px; margin-top: 14px; } .brew-method { background: var(--pdp-badge-bg); border: 1px solid var(--pdp-border); border-radius: 12px; padding: 18px; } .brew-name { display: block; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; color: var(--pdp-dark-text); margin-bottom: 6px; } .brew-desc { font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.55; color: var(--pdp-dark-text); font-weight: 450; margin: 0; } /* FACT CHECKLIST */ .fact-checklist { margin: 14px 0 0 0; padding-left: 22px; display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 10px; font-size: 15px; color: var(--pdp-dark-text); font-weight: 450; } .fact-checklist li { line-height: 1.6; } /* MOBILE RESPONSIVE COMPARISON CARDS */ @media (max-width: 768px) { .compare-table-wrapper { border: none; background: transparent; gap: 14px; overflow: visible; margin-top: 16px !important; } .compare-row.compare-header { display: none !important; } .compare-row { display: flex; flex-direction: column; align-items: flex-start; background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid var(--pdp-border) !important; border-radius: 12px; padding: 16px; gap: 10px; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.02); } .col-feature { font-size: 11px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color: #777777; padding-bottom: 4px; border-bottom: 1px dashed var(--pdp-border); width: 100%; } .col-ours, .col-theirs { padding: 0; border: none; text-decoration: none; } .col-ours { font-size: 14px; font-weight: 600; color: var(--pdp-dark-text); background: var(--pdp-badge-bg); padding: 10px 12px; border-radius: 8px; border-left: 3px solid var(--pdp-accent-dark); width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box; } .col-theirs { font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400; color: #333333; padding: 8px 12px; background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #f0f0f0; border-radius: 8px; width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box; } .col-ours::before { content: "OUR ETHIOPIA ORIGIN: "; font-size: 10px; font-weight: 800; letter-spacing: 0.5px; color: var(--pdp-accent-dark); display: block; margin-bottom: 2px; } .col-theirs::before { content: "SUPERMARKET: "; font-size: 10px; font-weight: 700; letter-spacing: 0.5px; color: #777777; display: block; margin-bottom: 2px; } .feature-card-grid, .brew-guide-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }
