Altitude
1,500 – 2,200 m
Process
Washed and natural in roughly equal measure.
Flavor
Blueberry, milk chocolate, brown sugar, citrus.
Exporters
2 listed
Sidama produces some of the most consistent and approachable Ethiopian coffees on the market. Heavier-bodied than Yirgacheffe, with the sweetness that wins blind cuppings.
A short history
Sidama (or Sidamo) was historically the umbrella term for much of southern Ethiopian coffee, including what is now separated as Yirgacheffe. The Sidama Coffee Farmers Cooperative Union remains one of the largest cooperative networks in the country.
What buyers say about Sidama
"Sidama naturals are our workhorse — they hold up in espresso, in filter, in cold brew. Reliable in a category that isn't always reliable."— Green buyer, Pacific Northwest roastery
Exporters from Sidama
View full directorySidama Union Exports
Cooperative-backed exporter representing more than 80,000 smallholder farmers across Sidama. Strong programme in washed Grade 2 and naturals for blends.
Fair TradeOrganic
Rift Valley Organics
Boutique exporter focused on certified-organic micro-lots. Small minimum orders make them a popular partner for craft roasters.
OrganicFair Trade