Kokose is a small village in the Bensa district of Sidama, Ethiopia—an area famous for producing some of the country’s most expressive coffees. Here, coffee isn’t just a crop—it’s the backbone of the local economy and the rhythm of daily life.
The region's high altitudes (1800–1960 masl), loamy clay soils, and ideal climate create perfect conditions for high-quality Arabica to thrive. Farmers in Kokose grow local heirloom varieties like 74112 and 74158, and rely on traditional, low-intervention methods passed down over generations.
Besides coffee, the people of Sidama sustain themselves through diverse agricultural activities—growing cereals, fruits, and vegetables, raising livestock, and crafting handmade goods like baskets, which are often sold along roadsides. Their rich cultural heritage is deeply woven into every bag of coffee produced.
