Gedeb, just south of Yirgacheffe in Ethiopia’s Gedeo Zone, is gaining a reputation for exceptional coffee. One of its 16 villages, Worka-Sakaro, combines the Gedio words for “gold” (Worka) and a native tree (Sakaro), reflecting both the people’s heritage and the local landscape. Of its 1,276 hectares, 679 are devoted to coffee, much of it grown at altitudes over 2,100 masl.

The Wuri washing station, run by Ranger Industry & Trading, PLC, is known for meticulous processing—washed coffees dry for 12–15 days, while Naturals take 18–21 days with careful turning and sun protection. Since Ethiopia’s 2017 reforms allowed direct exports, Wuri has been able to offer full traceability to buyers.

Wuri’s coffees are celebrated for their vibrant profiles: washed lots bring rose, jasmine, honeydew, guava, ginger, and grapefruit, while Naturals offer jammy blackberry, dark plum, and ripe cherry.