Arabica · Ethiopia
Kurume
Local name for a Yirgacheffe landrace. It is not a registered variety: it is the name by which growers recognise a type of plant.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kurume an heirloom variety?
Yes: it is a native, unselected variety. Heirlooms do not come from a breeding programme and their classification often remains approximate.
How it grows
HeirloomNative, unselected variety
The name is sometimes applied to Jimma selections as well, because the plants look alike.
Where it is grown
Sources
Altitude, cup profile and scores describe the typical behaviour of the variety: a single lot depends on the harvest year, soil, processing and roast. Data without a verified source is not published.