Blind Assessment: Delicately and richly aromatic; complex, multi-layered. Plum blossom, guava, cocoa nib, narcissus, lemon verbena in aroma and cup. Sweetly tart with bright, juicy acidity; lush, silky mouthfeel. Flavor-laden finish, cocoa- and floral-driven.

Notes: Produced by smallholding farmers from the admired Wush Wush variety and processed by the fully washed method at Dinkalem Ademe’s washing station. Imported by Catalyst Trade. Established in 2010, Red Rooster is an organic-certified micro-roaster focusing on socially conscious, high-quality coffee. Visit redroostercoffee.com or call 540-745-7338 for more information.

The Bottom Line : An elegant, silky, deeply aromatic Ethiopia coffee of the rare Wush Wush variety — would make a great gift for any lover of coffee esoterica.