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Description
This is the Ethiopia Fero Sidama Fair Trade Organic brought to you by Dillanos Coffee Roasters. Grown by the Fero Growers Union in the Sidama region at 1,800 meters, this full natural coffee is a perfect example of why we love coffees from Ethiopia. The cup is a juicy fruit bomb with notes of blackberry and blueberry.
Origin
Country
Ethiopia
Region
Sidama
Altitude
1800
Variety
Ethiopian heirloom
Process
Full Natural
Producer
Fero Growers Union Customer Reviews
It tasted flavored which we did not like.
7/16/2021
Very nice. Berry notes are forward in the overall flavor profile and contribute to the full body of the bean.
6/23/2021
Flavorful with berry notes
5/23/2021
a burnt fruity note that isn't my taste
5/21/2021
I didn’t care for the strong fruity flavor. Prefer straight coffee taste.
5/21/2021
Smooth and flavorful. Really easy to drink.
5/16/2021
One of our favorites!
3/10/2021
Fruit flavors overpowered by burned taste. Too bad.
3/3/2021
Loved this coffee for something different. Wonderful fruit flavors truly like blueberry and blackberry as described. Makes a great espresso. I typically prefer the full bodied rich chocolate flavor profile with low citrus, but as an occasional something different, this exactly hits the mark!
2/8/2021
Arguably, the most memorable coffee I've ever drank. The berry notes are spot on and jump at you, especially when watered down and brewed at a higher temperature. I did a 1:16 with 215F water in the Hario, and the blackberry taste was extremely noticeable. I almost gave it a lower score due to the sometimes overwhelming taste, but at the end of the day that's exactly what one looks for, a unique flavor profile.
11/1/2020
Wow the blueberry really comes through!! Not necessarily my flavor profile but it was fun to switch it up and try this!
9/8/2020
Actually has a blueberry taste to it. It's okay
9/1/2020
Appreciate that this was a Fair Trade Certified roast! The higher grounds roast are seemingly sourced ethically but through different certification boards so appreciated the Dillanos!
8/24/2020
A little too bitter/smokey
8/15/2020
Big fan of this. Good body without being overwhelming or heavy. The fruity under tones accent the caramel front very well
8/11/2020
Lot of variety depending on what I changed brewing with the aeropress. Most of the outcomes were great!
8/10/2020
This one was perfect! Easy to drink. Very light. In comparison to Smooth Operator even better.
8/10/2020
The blueberry flavor was too strong for me but it dissipated after a week or so. I only like it when adding a big pinch of salt to the grounds when brewing.
7/20/2020
I don't like the infusion of fruity notes into my coffee. I did start liking this a little more as I used a stronger beans:water ratio.
7/20/2020
Not a huge fan...
7/18/2020
The blueberries were a little overwhelming.
7/13/2020
Very tasty coffee in the mornings. A bright noticeable blueberry aroma and taste. I used a pourover only.
7/5/2020
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7/5/2020
good coffee, but had a funky after taste
7/5/2020
The blueberry fruitiness is quite interesting, more noticeable in the aroma than the drinking to me. Smooth and satisfying. I favor the Day Tripper slightly to this one, but I'm enjoying trying out the different flavor profiles out there.
6/29/2020
Pretty good! Has a lot of sweetness to it so I use this one a bit more sparingly.
6/26/2020
I like this coffee. Hint of blueberry is nice. Could use a slightly darker roast but otherwise it is very balanced and a nice daily cup of coffee.
6/25/2020
I enjoyed the berry notes and the acidity level was good for me. If this bag had a little more complexity or chocolaty notes on top of the berry notes it would have been a 5/5
6/24/2020
Great taste. Perfect smoothness. To us it tasted a little dark not light-dark. But we loved it. Loved the body.
6/23/2020
I enjoyed tasting very clearly how blackberry and blueberry notes come through, though I found I didn't like it much!
6/23/2020
Smooth, flavorful.
6/20/2020
Really like the full bodied nature of it
6/19/2020
Very fruity notes, but excellent texture and balance of acidity and bitterness. I would like coffees more like this!
6/15/2020
Good flavor profile of blackberry and blueberry, just roasted too dark.
6/11/2020
Nice strong blueberry aroma. Could try a lighter more floral coffee next time.
6/10/2020
Too light of a roast, generally don't like the coffees with fruity notes.
6/10/2020
Could actually taste all the nodes! Really wonderful.
6/10/2020
Looooooooved this. It was so good.
6/9/2020
Tasty, chocolate flavor with only a hint of acidity and a good amount of roast. Drinks smooth and has a pleasant, light mouthfeel. The biggest problem was yield - this coffee, per tablespoon, produced 50% less on average than expected. I checked the bag to make sure it was the correct grind, and it looked accurate, but I ended up with less coffee at the end.
6/8/2020
A good coffee for sure, but not as much my thing. A little too fruity for me.
6/8/2020
Loved the blueberry smell of this coffee. My favorite so far
6/8/2020
Wasn't crazy about this one. I've had coffees with fruity notes in them before, but just didn't get much out of this blend. Tried it black, with cream and sugar, etc. Not bad, but nothing special.
6/7/2020
Weird, bad smell.
6/7/2020
Very late review but love this one. Don't remember how it tasted specifically, unfortunately.
6/6/2020
Delicious. Really like the mouth feel of this one. First time having a single origin Ethiopian and the berry notes are very interesting. If it was just a tad bit more complex it would be even better.
6/4/2020
Blueberry notes were a little overpowering. First brew is always out of the Chemex. Next up will be Mokapot and Cold Brew
6/3/2020
I brewed this coffee using both pour over and aeropress methods. I noticed that the flavors were a bit more pronounced with the pour over. I could definitely detect the blackberry notes, but would prefer something that is a bit more acidic or citrus flavored. I ordered the Colomiba El Progresso from Parisi Coffee Roasters and enjoyed that coffee a little more than this one. Nevertheless, it still made a beautiful cup o' joe!
6/1/2020
Don’t get me wrong- there is almost never a coffee that I don’t like- unless it is watered down office swill :) This just wasn’t my favorite. Maybe a little bitter or a small after note that wasn’t my favorite. Ground with a blade grinder and brewed in a drip and also in a kcup. Haven’t tried it in the French press yet.
5/28/2020
Too blueberry.
5/27/2020
Would have been better as a light. Going into Medium allowed a bit of roast taste to cover up the fruit. Smelled better than tasted.
5/27/2020
Good coffee, but I prefer a less fruity taste.
5/27/2020
Not as much a fan of the fruity notes. The coffee is good but not my preference - I prefer the sweeter flavors: chocolate, caramel, etc.
5/27/2020
Loved the fruitiness!
5/25/2020
I liked this better than the first! Loved tasting the bold flavor with the subtle blueberry. Delicious.
5/20/2020
Not my favorite
5/20/2020
Nothing special - Not as fruity as I had hoped. Seemed more earthy
5/19/2020
tasted burnt, bad uneven roast
5/18/2020
This was way too fruity for our tastes. I didn't know that I wasn't going to like something like this, but this one was just not for us.
5/18/2020
This was a little on the bold side for me. I tend to like lighter body coffees. I might Change my preferences since I’ve really been liking the lighter and medium roasts! Thanks!
5/16/2020
Really really good. Lots of blueberry / blackberry notes. A little tart, but that may have been caused by over extraction.
5/15/2020
We liked this... we liked the smell and liked that it had more substance/flavor (less watery than the previous one). Still not mind blowing, but something I'd happily try again.
5/15/2020
Not my favorite, but still really good.
5/10/2020
I use a Moccamaster drip coffee machine. The blueberry and blackberry flavors were overpowering. Like drinking a blueberry muffin. But it smelled nice.
5/9/2020
Not wild about it. Was too earthy.
5/8/2020
I love fruity Ethiopian blends, and this was a good one. Very drinkable. I think at first the fruit notes were a little intense, but settled down after a few days. Very flavorful coffee.
5/7/2020
Smooth, not acidic, nice balanced aftertaste.
5/5/2020
Not a fan, after taste was bitter and dry. I prefer coffee with chocolate, caramel, and slightly citrus notes.
5/4/2020
I didn't enjoy this roast overall. Unlike the Morning Sun roast, I found this varietal very difficult to coax out the berry flavor during brewing. I tried different grind sizings and water amounts and couldn't make a perfect cup. I found the coffee overall a touch harsh with no complexity.
5/4/2020
we really liked the berry notes.
5/2/2020
One of our favorites. Notes of blueberry are strongest. Makes great espresso. Oracle - grinder has been 26-28 with 26-30 second shot.
5/2/2020
I'm not getting the fruit notes but I'm really loving this coffee. The natural sweetness and light caramel flavor and a little bit of nuttiness is just really good and definitely right up my alley.
5/1/2020
Subtle, balanced, smooth. You can definitely pick up the berry hints with some slight acidity that lingers, Though nowhere near thin, i'm not sure "full-bodied" is fully accurate.
Definitely more enjoyable than the first bag in my queue. Looking forward to the next 2 weeks.
Brewed: whole-bean, 13 pulses on a Ninja blender, drip machine
UDPATE, 2nd time through:
Ordered again to try with french press. Better than I remember it as a drip coffee. The fruit notes are much more noticeable at the front, as is the full-bodied nature; followed by the previously mentioned balance and smoothness,
Brewed: Burr Grinder at most coarse setting, brewed in french press
Definitely more enjoyable than the first bag in my queue. Looking forward to the next 2 weeks.
Brewed: whole-bean, 13 pulses on a Ninja blender, drip machine
UDPATE, 2nd time through:
Ordered again to try with french press. Better than I remember it as a drip coffee. The fruit notes are much more noticeable at the front, as is the full-bodied nature; followed by the previously mentioned balance and smoothness,
Brewed: Burr Grinder at most coarse setting, brewed in french press
4/30/2020
I enjoyed this coffee. I only gave it four because it’s the first one I’ve received and who knows if there is a 5 out there that I haven’t tried yet.
4/27/2020
I like this as cold brew but find it too bitter in pour over or French press.
4/27/2020
It had a strange after taste, almost like sour milk.
4/26/2020
Fine with milk and sugar. Not good on its own.
4/24/2020
We did not enjoy this one. I don’t know if it was the light roast or the beans themselves, but this one was not a winner.
4/23/2020
Pleasant blueberry aroma, smooth and rich taste
4/22/2020
Very harsh. Was not a fan
4/21/2020
I really didn't find this aromatic or really tasty at all - tasted very flat and burnt for me. Tried it out in both automatic drip and french press coffee makers with the appropriate grind size for each.
4/20/2020
Loved this coffee! I wish it were just a bit more robust. I found I was able to change my brew recipe a bit to get what I wanted out of it. Keep the great coffee coming!
4/18/2020
too light!
4/18/2020
I didn’t realize Ethiopian coffees could have the amazing blackberry notes that Kenyan coffees are known for. This was a really good one - full bodied but nice and fruity. Loving the variety of different flavors so far!
4/17/2020
I was really looking forward to this one as Ethiopians are my favorite region. Seems like the roast was off - very dark, rather acid, missing the fruitiness and juiciness I was expecting.
4/16/2020
A solid coffee. I like the fruit flavors and the body. It's very flavorful, drinkable, and smooth
4/10/2020
Too acidic.
4/6/2020
Made a great cold brew but really not great espresso
4/5/2020
Some of the best coffee I've ever had. Amazing.
3/30/2020
Alright, had some bitter notes
3/13/2020
Coffee was never shipped by roaster.
2/25/2020
This has been my favorite so far. My wife describes it as "sour" and I think I see what she means, but I'd describe it as "tangy." It doesn't feel "juicy" to me, but if that's what you'd cal it, then that's what I like.
2/17/2020
One of the best coffees we have gotten so far. GREAT!! Thank you!
2/13/2020
Enjoyed this for something different, but was probably just a little on the too fruity side for our preferences. Probably would prefer something a little nuttier (like Morning Sun and/or Klatch Colombia)
2/11/2020
This one was good, but not great.
2/7/2020
It is good on Aeropress, nothing to write home about but a decent standard cup.
2/3/2020
This is best coffee we've had. Simply amazing.
1/24/2020
A bit more acidic than most of the Ethiopian coffees I've had; normally my very favorite region, but this one just wasn't my favorite.
1/23/2020
great flavor, true to the description of blueberry,
will be a favorite for sure
will be a favorite for sure
1/17/2020
Smells very strong, with some machine olive notes. 'aggressive' taste.
12/27/2019
I brewed this coffee with a French Press and as espresso. With the Press the cup was sweet and delightful. As espresso, the Ethiopian flavors were very apparent.
12/23/2019
Very good coffee. Lots of distinct fruity flavors. Very exotic and not something you expect when smelling the beans.
12/9/2019
A little overpowering on the fruitiness
12/7/2019
Nice coffee! Not too light but not too dark. Just as advertised.
12/2/2019
Pretty good, we have to brew it a bit stronger to get all of the flavor. Are there any unwashed available?
12/1/2019
Good smooth cup of coffee. Berry flavor is strong. Almost more of a dessert coffee.
11/30/2019
Decent. The most notable thing was the very noticable and palatable blueberry overtone that we enjoyed when we first brewed this coffee (in fact we thought it was flavored coffee at first). This note of blueberry did not come across with subsequent brewings which was a tad disappointing,
11/24/2019
Not for me
11/23/2019
This was the first bag that I have actually thrown away without completely using all the beans. Both my wife and I could not stand the after taste of these beans. It tasted moldy to us.
11/17/2019
pretty dark
11/13/2019
Wow, this coffee is remarkable! I don't always hop on and leave a review on my recent shipment, but this one is well worth it. It's delicious berry notes are similar to other ethiopian beans I've tried before, but it's much more mild and sweet, not too bright or sour tasting as I've found with others that can have juicy nuances. 18g per pour-over has been doing me just right. Thanks for this yummy selection!
11/8/2019
Really tasty - surprised as I usually don’t think I’d like blueberry notes but was delightful
11/6/2019
Unpleasant,almost rancid, odor. Bitter tasting when poured through a Chemex. Overall low quality compared to other varieties I've been receiving.
10/24/2019
I don’t know how to describe it, but there is something distinctly off about several of the coffees I’ve had from Dillanos. If possible, I’d like to remove DCR from my future shipments.
10/22/2019
Did not like this at all, there was a pungent flavor that we did not like.
10/22/2019
Tasted good. Between Klatch and DCR, I liked Klatch better.
10/20/2019
Thought I’d like this more. Nice and a bit above the Columbian Morning Sun selection above, I like a more crisp finish than perhaps either of these have.
10/9/2019
Really tasty. Full and bright with an undertone of juicy berries. Really enjoyable!
9/27/2019
crisp, blueberry muffin
9/11/2019
Too dark with a lot of mixed berry flavor
9/9/2019
Really good and bold Ethiopia. Over whelming blueberry flavor at times. Really enjoyed
9/7/2019
I love the twist at the end. The blackberry flavor comes through and I enjoy the fuller body
9/7/2019
Super solid Ethiopian. Good flavors, not too acidic.. Trying out in the cold brew as well.
8/28/2019
Great taste and enjoyable
8/27/2019
Fairly intense blueberry flavor. Darker roast than I would have liked. Mediocre coffee in general
8/24/2019
Blueberry notes are strong. Definitely full-bodied. Not an everyday coffee for me but really nice departure for a change.
8/18/2019
I do not like anything from this roaster
8/6/2019
Enjoyed the bright flavor and juicy notes. Smooth finish
7/11/2019
This coffee, as it was delivered to me, was way over-roasted. Though it's marked as a "medium-roast" this coffee is a dark roast, no question. The flavor of char and ash are overpowering and drown out any of the fruity goodness I was excited to get out of this Ethiopian coffee. Honestly quite disappointed.
7/8/2019
Solid!
7/2/2019
enjoyed this one more as we drank it. felt earth/peaty at first, but later got the blueberry notes
7/2/2019
Again, surprised by how much I liked this coffee with hints of flavor when overalll I do NOT like flavoring in my coffee. Rich and no hint of bitterness. Great cup of hot coffee with a french press.
6/30/2019
Two stars for being over roasted to a point where all you taste is smoke. Subtract another for shipping it four days after than the roast date. Borderline undrinkable it was so bad.
6/20/2019
The roast is pretty dark, dark enough to smoke out any other part of the flavor profile described on the bag or here on the dashboard.
6/6/2019
Gorgeous, Evaluated as espresso. Rich berry flavors and smooth as silk. Lovely full body.
5/28/2019
Loved it
5/25/2019
A little on the sweet side but still very smooth and easy to drink.
5/7/2019
Beans were all over the place as far as size and roast. Took some time dialing in pourover to get a good balance of roast and fruit notes. In the end, little bit of blackberry/blueberry and a very nice full-bodied coffee.
4/26/2019
excellent!
4/24/2019
Absolutely fantastic coffee, best I've had in quite a while. Nice body and strong blueberry notes. Made in a Chemex @ 1:15 ratio.
4/18/2019
I really like the flavor of this berries in this one.
4/13/2019
Could definitely taste the blueberry. That came through for sure. It was interesting and a nice change of pace. It was not your typical "fruity" notes but I'm not sure that it was really my thing.
4/10/2019
Light-bodied but strong. A bit of astringency, not especially smooth. Michael's favorite, he loves it - order again!
4/6/2019
I am a fan of African coffees, but this one was odorless and tasteless to me. YMMV, but I was not very happy with it in my Saeco automatic.
4/6/2019
This was great! Really appreciated the berry flavors and fruitiness. It was medium to light and really enjoyed it.
4/4/2019
One of my new Favorites
4/4/2019
Has a pleasant aroma of muddled clove and brown sugar.
There is a mild sweetness to it with a hint of berries. Very mild in my opinion. I'm not able to pull any citrus/sour/acidic aftertaste to it which is disappointing as I prefer that to balance the sweetness with. Almost no bitterness at the end either.
Overall a decent brew, but would like it to be a bit more acidic.
Drank it hot/black as a V60 pourover.
There is a mild sweetness to it with a hint of berries. Very mild in my opinion. I'm not able to pull any citrus/sour/acidic aftertaste to it which is disappointing as I prefer that to balance the sweetness with. Almost no bitterness at the end either.
Overall a decent brew, but would like it to be a bit more acidic.
Drank it hot/black as a V60 pourover.
4/2/2019
Flavor was a little bit too strong, but overall good taste and feel.
3/30/2019
This roast is too light for my tastes.
3/20/2019
I think the coffee is fine, but my husband does not like the berry taste.
3/16/2019
This was excellent. I normally am not a fan of African coffees and never drink it black and yet this one was easy for me to drink black. Very good and juicy but not strong on the berry flavors for me.
3/12/2019
Loved the hints of blueberry; definitely a lot more noticeable than I originally though it would be.
3/6/2019
The cold brew of these beans almost tastes like bad alcohol. The tastes are strong, but I hate them all.
3/5/2019
Crazy fruity and fragrant. An awesome Ethiopian.
3/2/2019
Felt like I had to wait several days for this coffee to taste like it is supposed to, Not sure how I feel about natural wash either, Im still pretty new to coffee and found the flavor a bit abnormal. I would be up to try another one after a few months.
2/27/2019
I’m sure this is a good coffee but I don’t find the blueberry taste pleasant at all.
2/26/2019
Would rate higher if I liked medium roasts more
2/22/2019
Really enjoyed the fruity notes.
2/19/2019
wait sorry haven't gotten this one yet. meant that review for the one before
2/19/2019
A little darker than I was expecting
2/15/2019
Too floral/fruity tasting. Very smooth
2/12/2019
This is a delicious coffee! The prominent berry flavors make each cup a mixed berry pie -- a slice of summer in February. Definitely one of my favorites so far.
2/11/2019
Really enjoyed the fruit notes on this one.
2/8/2019
I found my first brew a tad sour, but next I brewed at 195 F and the sour disappeared. I tasted mostly blackberry and enjoyed its fuller mouth feel.
2/7/2019
Really good cup of coffee. Blackberry and blueberry really shined through from the aroma to the flavor. Had a nice chocolate flavor that rounded it out really well. Was my girlfriends favorite coffee from mistobox so far.
1/31/2019
Too light, too fruity. We did not enjoy the taste
1/29/2019
Ok. Not as fruity as I’d like
1/28/2019
Really disliked this one. It smelled great but was much too fruity for my tastes.
1/25/2019
This was very berry as advertised with a great body too. I really like this cup, but would also like to try a few others with similar body, but less fruit forward. The cup finished very well!
1/24/2019
Everything I expect and hope for from an Ethiopian bean. Incredibly juicy big blueberry and blackberry flavors. Slightly acidic.
1/22/2019
Excellent flavors, very pronounced, fruity
1/20/2019
Good coffee lots of berry notes
1/17/2019
Insane berry notes! Cold brewed, the nose is even stronger.
1/15/2019
This coffee was great. I didn't give it 5 stars as I'm reserving that for what would be my "Top 5 best coffees".
I liked the fruity taste to it, but for my next coffee, and I'm looking for an earthy, bold flavor. Looking forward to hearing your recommendations!
I liked the fruity taste to it, but for my next coffee, and I'm looking for an earthy, bold flavor. Looking forward to hearing your recommendations!
1/14/2019
I liked the sweet blow followed by a full body aftertaste.
1/13/2019
I find that I really love and look forward to the Ethiopian coffees like this, with their bold flavor and berry notes. I really enjoy this one, and could drink it daily! Definitely a 5-star for me.
1/13/2019
Amazing Beans! Love everything about it.
1/7/2019
Great, loved the notes of blackberry and blueberry
12/29/2018
I never thought I had a coffee that was too fruity.... Until this.
12/23/2018
I really like this coffee, it's smooth and for lack of a better phrase, bursting with blueberry flavor. I'd say it was more of a fun than everyday coffee, but again, very tasty!
12/23/2018
This has a darker burnt taste that is a turn off, although i've definitely had worst tasting coffees.
12/20/2018
Great flavor
12/18/2018
it is good....but a little more bitter...could be a grind issue
12/17/2018
Loved it. Definitely tasted the blueberry. Very fun coffee
12/15/2018
This coffee has an aftertaste that I do not enjoy. Almost tanic in nature.
12/13/2018
Excellent flavor. My favorite coffee you guys have sent.
12/12/2018
No matter how we brewed it, it tasted kind of watery and lacked punch.
12/12/2018
AMAZING!! Best coffee I've received from mistobox so far! The fruitiness is very pronounced yet is still very balanced.
12/9/2018
indifferent to this... i'll drink it but mostly to just get rid of the beans
11/29/2018
Prefer lighter roasts
11/25/2018
Love this coffee. Rich yet smooth.
11/21/2018
I've brewed about five Ethiopian coffees in a row. All prior to this were good with fruit-forward flavors no matter the brew method or grind. This one tastes like aspirin and tin foil. I've never had an Ethiopian without the slightest hint of fruit in it. It's so non-fruity and bitter that I question if the bag contains the right coffee or if I got a defective roast or something. After several brew attempts, I figured out it's decent if I sift the grounds first and then do a full immersion brew. It's a huge hassle and still not the least bit fruity or sweet but at least I can finish the bag.
11/21/2018
I would drink this fruit loop-y coffee erry day.
11/19/2018
Too dark.
11/17/2018
Coffe is not our style, what we've noticed is there is a particular note in some coffees that has a sour taste. I cannot pinpoint a common denominator but it was heavy in this particular roast.
11/16/2018
This was hands down the best cup of coffee to date with this subscription. There is so much blueberry and blackberry notes on both the aroma and taste its not even funny. I cannot express how much I enjoyed this coffee. Please send me more like this one!
11/13/2018
The fruit notes were very present, I liked that a lot. I don't think it's been my favorite, but if you want something that is very fruit-forward and almost tart, this is the one.
11/13/2018
Smells incredible. Great taste as well. Love the berry notes and smells. Less caffeine than I'm used to which is probably a good thing. Very very good coffee.
11/7/2018
This! This hit the target on the money. I'd be happy to drink this forever. It has the perfect note of fruitiness while throwing in a whole range of holiday spice flavors. It's so complex yet still smooth to the palate. Literally perfect.
11/4/2018
Way too fruity for me, also left a bad after taste. Not a fan.
11/4/2018
Excellent cup of coffee and a nice change of pace from my previous flavor profiles.
10/29/2018