Ethiopia Sidamo Hube is a naturally processed specialty green coffee from the Hurro Baro area of the Sidamo (Sidama) zone in southern Ethiopia, grown at 1,980 to 2,200 metres above sea level on iron-rich red-brown volcanic soil. The 2025/26 crop features the 74110 and 74112 Arabica varieties — two of the most prized JARC-selected cultivars in the Ethiopian coffee system, known for their balanced structure, fruit complexity, and cup consistency. Full matured red cherries are selectively hand-picked from smallholder backyard farms and sun-dried on raised beds, concentrating the berry, winey, and stone fruit character that makes Sidamo natural lots among the most sought-after Ethiopian green coffees for home roasters and commercial roasteries worldwide. Screen size 14 to 16, moisture 11.3%, density 876. Available in 1 lb, 2.5 lb, 10 lb, 15 lb, and 30 lb.
Ships across Canada. Wholesale supply available.
Cup profile +
Aroma
Ripe berry, dried fruit, winey sweetness, light floral
Tasting notes
Blueberry, strawberry, stone fruit, winey depth, dark chocolate
Acidity
Citric to malic, fruit-backed
Body
Syrupy, coating, ripe texture
Finish
Long, sweet, winey with dark chocolate depth
Roasting guide +
Sidamo Hube is a high-density natural green at 1,980 to 2,200 masl with a density reading of 876. Natural process greens carry residual fruit sugars that require a thorough drying phase before entering Maillard. Use a moderate charge temperature, allow extra time in drying, and do not rush toward first crack. First crack on high-altitude naturals can be less audible — listen carefully and begin timing from the first consistent cracking sounds.
Light roast
Drop at first crack. Vibrant berry and floral character at peak intensity. Citric acidity most prominent. Best for pour-over and Chemex where fruit clarity shines.
Medium roast
Drop 45 seconds after first crack begins. Berry and stone fruit develop toward richer sweetness. Winey depth becomes more structured. Body increases. Ideal for filter and espresso.
Medium-dark roast
Drop 75 seconds after first crack begins. Fruit recedes toward dried berry and dark chocolate. Winey depth persists. Full body. Strong espresso blend base with Ethiopian character.
Dark roast
Drop 10 seconds after second crack begins. Bold and roasted. Fruit largely replaced by dark chocolate and smoky sweetness. Heavy body. Suitable for espresso blends and French press.
About this coffee +
Hube is a kebele (village-level administrative unit) within the Hurro Baro area of the Sidamo zone in southern Ethiopia. The Sidamo zone — now officially named Sidama following regional restructuring in 2020 — has produced some of Ethiopia's most consistently celebrated specialty coffee for decades. The Hurro Baro area sits at the higher end of the zone's elevation range, between 1,980 and 2,200 metres above sea level, on iron-rich red-brown volcanic soil that contributes the mineral structure and fruit complexity that define the best Sidamo lots.
The 74110 and 74112 varieties used in this lot are JARC-selected cultivars developed by the Jimma Agricultural Research Centre, Ethiopia's primary coffee research institution. The three most common varieties in the Sidama region are 74158, 74110, and 74112, with a cup profile of balanced acidity and body. Both 74110 and 74112 were selected for their cup quality, disease resistance, and productivity under high-altitude conditions. They produce small to medium-sized beans with dense structure and concentrated flavour — exactly the profile present in this Hube lot.
Cherries are harvested selectively by hand at full maturity from backyard garden farms, a traditional Ethiopian smallholder model where coffee trees grow alongside food crops and shade trees. This selective picking, combined with natural sun-drying on raised beds, concentrates the fruit sugars that produce the berry, winey, and stone fruit character in the cup. Water activity at 0.63 and moisture at 11.3% confirm a well-dried, stable green coffee ready for roasting or storage.
Specifications +
Origin
Ethiopia
Region
Hube, Hurro Baro, Sidamo (Sidama)
Process
Natural (Sun-Dried)
Crop year
2025/26
Altitude
1,980 to 2,200 masl
Variety
74110, 74112
Species
100% Arabica
Soil type
Red-brown, iron-rich volcanic
Grade
1
Screen size
14 to 16
Moisture
11.3%
Density
876
Water activity
0.63
Available sizes
1 lb, 2.5 lb, 10 lb, 15 lb, 30 lb
Frequently asked questions +
What are the 74110 and 74112 varieties?
74110 and 74112 are JARC-selected varieties developed by the Jimma Agricultural Research Centre, Ethiopia's primary coffee breeding institution. Both were selected from wild Ethiopian coffee populations for their cup quality, disease resistance, and productivity at high altitudes. They are two of the most common cultivated varieties in the Sidama and Sidamo growing zones and produce small to medium-sized beans with dense structure and balanced fruit complexity that respond well to both washed and natural processing.
What does water activity of 0.63 mean for green coffee storage?
Water activity (Aw) measures the amount of unbound water available in the green coffee bean, on a scale of 0 to 1. Specialty green coffee ideally sits between 0.55 and 0.70 Aw. At 0.63 this lot is well within the safe storage range, meaning microbial activity is effectively inhibited and the bean is stable for extended storage. Combined with 11.3% moisture content, this lot is well-dried and ready for immediate roasting or longer-term holding in appropriate storage conditions.
What does Sidamo Hube mean?
Sidamo is the historical name for the coffee-producing region in southern Ethiopia, now officially renamed Sidama following regional restructuring in 2020. Both names are used in the green coffee trade. Hube refers to the specific kebele — a village-level administrative unit — within the Hurro Baro area where this coffee is grown. Lot-level naming to kebele indicates a higher degree of traceability than a general regional designation.
How should I store this green coffee?
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light and moisture. At 0.63 water activity and 11.3% moisture this lot is stable for 12 to 18 months when stored correctly. We ship all our green coffee in 9 layer hermetic Ecotact bags to preserve moisture content and the aromatic character of this lot between roasting sessions.
Is this available for wholesale?
Yes. Ethiopia Sidamo Hube Natural is available for wholesale supply to home roasters, small roasteries, and commercial buyers across Canada. Available in 1 lb, 2.5 lb, 10 lb, 15 lb, and 30 lb. Contact us directly or visit our wholesale inquiry page for volume pricing and recurring supply arrangements.
