{"product_id":"townsfolk-coffee-chire-ethiopia","title":"Townsfolk Coffee | Chire Natural - Ethiopia","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn our travels in Japan, there is no shortage of fantastic coffee. We stumbled upon Suzuki's cafe on a random day and fell in love with his clean, clear approach from the first moment we walked in. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTownsfolk Coffee is more than just a cup of coffee—it's a celebration of community and craftsmanship. Sourced from the finest, sustainable coffee farms around the world, every bean is carefully selected to ensure top-tier quality and flavor. Our expert roasters bring out the unique, full-bodied characteristics of each origin, creating a blend that’s both rich and complex with a smooth finish. Whether you're starting your morning or enjoying an afternoon break, Townsfolk Coffee provides a moment of warmth, connection, and indulgence. Each sip invites you to slow down, savor the experience, and feel a part of something bigger—a community of coffee lovers who appreciate the art of great coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are proud to introduce this delicious coffee from Kanazawa, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChire Natural\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA dense sweetness like blackberries.\u003cwbr\u003e Its firm body supports a long finish. It has a clean aftertaste, characteristic of the meticulous natural process.\u003c\/wbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lot is produced by Nigussie Gemeda, who won the 2020 Cup of Excellence. The Chire washing station is the largest production facility owned by him. He sets strict quality standards and instructs harvesters to carefully hand-pick only fully ripe cherries and collect them promptly. By deepening local small-scale producers' understanding of quality, he is improving quality levels year by year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis natural process is carried out carefully to prevent a sudden drop in moisture content. It is dried in the sun in the mornings, and then covered and shaded in the afternoons when the sun is strong, repeating this process for 16-18 days until it is fully dried.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slow drying process helps to preserve its quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe producing area, Sidama, has seen many top placings in recent COE competitions, leading roasters from all over the world to eagerly purchase its beans. It is currently the most highly-regarded area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety \u003c\/strong\u003e74112, Heirloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess \u003c\/strong\u003eNatural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarmer \u003c\/strong\u003eNigussie Gemeda Mude\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion \u003c\/strong\u003eChire, Sidama, Ethiopia \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude\u003c\/strong\u003e 1860 - 1990 masl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes \u003c\/strong\u003eBlackberry, Grape, Thick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight \u003c\/strong\u003e 200 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRoast Date \u003c\/b\u003e May 18, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Townsfolk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49921789657365,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1151\/8820\/files\/townsfolkmay-26-2.jpg?v=1779468322","url":"https:\/\/knifetoronto.com\/products\/townsfolk-coffee-chire-ethiopia","provider":"KNIFE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}