A rare auction coffee from Gesha Village, SL28 variety, selected as part of the 2025 Champions Reserve Lots. Naturally processed, it unveils notes of fragrant tea, red fruit, and green apple sweetness, wrapped in a lively, spicy acidity. A coffee made for those who chase perfection — vibrant, balanced, and truly exceptional.
Variety:
Sl 28 
Origin: Ethiopia
Region: Bench Maji Zone
Process: Natural
Cupping Score By Q-Grader: 92,5
Crop Year: 2025
The SL28 variety, known for its deep flavor profile and bright acidity, was cultivated at Gesha Village, near the edge of the Illubabor Forest at 2,000 masl. In 2025, this lot was chosen for the Champions Reserve Auction, recognized as one of the finest coffees of the year for its balance, structure, and breathtaking clarity. The natural process was carried out on specially designed raised beds with UV filtration, where freshly picked cherries dried for at least 26 days. This method enhances sweetness and depth, developing flavors of red fruit, plum, green apple candy, and fragrant tea with a subtle minty finish. At Handpickers, we selected this coffee because it represents the meeting point between artistry and perfection. It’s a coffee that captures the essence of dedication, time, and craft — transformed into pure emotion in every cup.
This recipe highlights the SL28’s refined sweetness and fruit-forward body. Its acidity balances perfectly with green apple candy and red fruit notes,
Coffee for us is a daily “ritual”. We managed to create a place where we would share our passion with you.
Grown at Gesha Village, 2,000 masl, handpicked at full ripeness.
cherries dried on raised beds with UV filtration for 26 days..
Daily turning and hand sorting for uniform drying.
2025 auction lot with full traceability, shipped exclusively to Handpickers.
Light roast (Lighttell 72), designed for filter; best enjoyed 20 days post-roast.
