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Shonora Guji Gerba Dogo Excellent Specialty. Direct Trade. Single Origin. Coffee beans. The Original by Rich.exclusive.
€19.95 – €49.95
This coffee is biologically grown and has the Rainforest Alliance certificate
Excellent Specialty coffee due to the cuppingscore of 87.5 by the SCA
100% Arabica unground and freshly roasted coffee beans
Grade 1 quality beans, natural (unwashed)
Cup profile: spicy, citrusy taste, medium body, and acidity
The package is a true eye-catcher and ‘asking’ to be displayed
Very herbful, very tasteful coffee which is soft and fresh and lacks bitterness
We only offer unground beans, to ensure the highest quality


Shonora Coffee by Gata Family: Exceptional Specialty Coffee
Shonora Coffee, founded by the Gata family, stands out as the top-notch coffee producer. They hold the highest Q grader score of 87.5 (range 87-88) in renowned companies like Trabocca Coffee, Nordic Approach, and Sucafina, placing them as the sole high grader in the Ethiopian Coffee Exchange Commodity (ex) and other international markets.
The Origin and Quality
The coffee they deliver comes from their family-owned farmland adjacent to Shonora Coffee. Every year, they produce consistent coffee with an outstanding cupping score. Pioneers of coffee production in the Guji area 25 years ago, they introduced dry and washed coffee techniques, cultivating plantations in Shakicha and Gerba. Shonora, the family patriarch and Guji coffee initiator at 80 years old, inspired the company’s name. Their coffee specialty scored an impressive 96 at the Ethiopian coffee fair, while receiving exceptional ratings from international companies like Trabocca Coffee, Falcon Coffee, Scandinavian Coffee, Atlantic Coffee, and London’s hand-burned trade unions.
Plantation and Beans
Located in the Guji region of South Ethiopia, their Arabica coffee plantation thrives at altitudes of 2100-2300 meters above sea level. These Grade 1 quality beans are of the natural (unwashed) variety, ensuring the highest quality possible. Collaborating with expert roasters and employing advanced computer technology, We have developed a roasting profile that ‘brings out the beans’ potential. As exclusive distributors of this exceptional coffee, they take pride in their role.
Cup Profile and Organic Production
The cup profile of Shonora Coffee is characterized by a spicy, citrusy taste, medium body, and acidity. The Gata family maintains an organic approach to cultivation, avoiding chemical fertilizers. The coffee grows naturally in nutrient-rich soil, fertilized with compost made from animal feces and fallen leaves.
Understanding Specialty Coffee and Direct Trade
Specialty Coffee refers to the highest quality coffee recognized by the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA). With a rating scale ranging from 0 to 100, a coffee with 80 points or more is deemed Specialty Coffee. This distinction offers better prices for farmers, encouraging them to focus on delivering delicate flavors. Several factors, including ideal growing conditions, optimal ripening, meticulous processing, and uniform green bean quality, contribute to achieving the Specialty Coffee status.
Direct Trade
Refers to purchasing coffee directly from farmers, ensuring traceability, high quality, and fair compensation for the growers. Shonora Coffee embraces this approach, establishing a fully traceable supply chain that guarantees exceptional quality and supports the well-being of farmers.
Single Origin
The Best Possible Coffee Shonora Coffee is traded as Single Origin, meaning the beans come from one specific region, cooperative, or plantation. This consistency ensures the coffee’s exceptional quality and taste. Meeting the SCA criteria, Shonora Coffee’s cupping score of 87.5 (range 87-88) is remarkably high, qualifying it as an excellent Specialty Coffee. Through their commitment to traceability, direct trade, and organic practices, Shonora Coffee provides the best possible coffee experience.
The Taste
Ultimately, what matters most is the taste. Shonora Coffee offers an exceptionally delicious coffee experience with a mild, herbaceous, and delicate flavor profile that lacks bitterness. Its smoothness and freshness make it a true delight, while the aroma tantalizes the senses. Enjoy it pure, without sugar or milk, for an exquisite coffee experience.
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Warm Regards, Richard and Sigrid van Wijngaarden-Lokkertsen Passionate Coffee Importers
Quantity | 1000 gram gemalen bonen, 1000 gram ongemalen, 1000G Ground beans, 1000G Unground beans, 100G Ground beans, 100G Unground beans, 250 gram gemalen bonen, 250 gram ongemalen, 250G Ground beans, 250G Unground beans, 30G Ground beans, 35G Unground beans, 500 gram gemalen bonen, 500 gram ongemalen, 500G Ground beans, 500G Unground beans, 50G Ground beans, 50G Unground beans |
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Brand | Shonora Coffee by Rich.Exclusive.Coffee |
coffee type | Gemalen bonen, Ongemalen bonen, Specialty Grade 1 Natural bonen |