YIRGACHEFFE · SIDAMA ZONE

Yirgacheffe Green Coffee Export — Grade 1 Specialty Arabica

Yirgacheffe is Ethiopia's most internationally recognised specialty coffee origin. Greenbean-coffee exports Grade 1 Yirgacheffe green coffee directly from certified washing stations in the Gedeo Zone, at elevations between 1,800 and 2,200 metres. Every Yirgacheffe lot is SCA-scored, GPS polygon-mapped, and traceable from farm gate to port — meeting the compliance requirements of importers in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

Last Updated: April 2026

What Does Yirgacheffe Green Coffee Taste Like?

Flavour Notes

JasmineBergamotLemon ZestStone Fruit

Process

Washed & Natural available

SCA Score Range

87 – 92 points

Altitude

1,800 – 2,200 metres

Harvest

October – January

Why Import Yirgacheffe Green Coffee from Greenbean-coffee?

Greenbean-coffee's Yirgacheffe lots are sourced exclusively from Grade 1 certified washing stations in the Gedeo Zone. All lots are cupped prior to shipment and scored by a certified SCA Q Grader. Washed Yirgacheffe typically scores between 87 and 90 SCA points; natural-processed lots reach 88–92.

Where Is Yirgacheffe Green Coffee Exported?

Greenbean-coffee exports traceable, SCA-scored yirgacheffe green coffee to wholesale importers and specialty roasters in the United States, Canada, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Every lot ships with GPS polygon traceability and full compliance documentation.

Greenbean-coffee exports traceable, SCA-scored yirgacheffe green coffee to importers and specialty roasters worldwide.

United States & Canada

USCanada

Yirgacheffe green coffee export to the US and Canada is one of our highest-volume trade lanes. American and Canadian specialty roasters consistently rank Yirgacheffe among their best-selling single origins. All US-bound lots include FDA-compliant documentation and SCA cupping reports.

Europe

GermanyNetherlandsUKScandinavia

Yirgacheffe green coffee export to Europe is fully EUDR-compliant with GPS polygon mapping and due diligence documentation. European specialty roasters value Yirgacheffe for its clean, floral profile in both filter and espresso applications.

Middle East

Saudi ArabiaUAEKuwait

Yirgacheffe green coffee export to the Middle East serves the region's rapidly growing specialty coffee sector. Saudi Arabia and the UAE are key markets for Grade 1 Yirgacheffe, particularly natural-processed lots with intense fruit and floral notes.

Asia

JapanSouth KoreaChina

Yirgacheffe green coffee export to Asia targets Japan's precision-focused roasters and South Korea's fast-growing specialty scene. Asian buyers value Yirgacheffe's delicate floral complexity and consistent SCA scores above 87.

How Is Yirgacheffe Green Coffee Traced and Verified?

Every Yirgacheffe lot exported by Greenbean-coffee is fully traceable from farm to port. Traceability documentation includes: GPS polygon coordinates of the sourcing area, washing station identification, processing method verification, SCA cupping score by certified Q Grader, and lot-specific export certificates. This level of traceability meets the requirements of EUDR (European Union Deforestation Regulation), FDA import standards, and specialty coffee certification bodies worldwide.

Learn more about how Greenbean-coffee sources and grades Ethiopian green coffee or review our full export compliance and EUDR documentation.

How Is Yirgacheffe Green Coffee Shipped and Documented?

Yirgacheffe green coffee is packed in GrainPro-lined jute bags (60kg) and exported via Djibouti Port. Standard documentation includes: ICO export certificate, certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificate, and packing list. EUDR compliance documentation and GPS polygon traceability data are available for all EU importers. Typical lead time from order confirmation to US East Coast: 6–8 weeks. Europe: 4–6 weeks. Middle East: 3–5 weeks. Asia: 6–8 weeks.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Greenbean-coffee handles the full export process from Ethiopia. US-bound Yirgacheffe green coffee lots include ICO export certificates, phytosanitary certificates, FDA-compliant documentation, and SCA cupping reports. Typical transit time to US East Coast ports is 6–8 weeks.

Yes. All Greenbean-coffee Yirgacheffe lots destined for Europe include full EUDR compliance documentation, GPS polygon traceability, and due diligence records. We export regularly to Germany, the Netherlands, the UK, and Scandinavian markets.

Greenbean-coffee exports exclusively Grade 1 Specialty Yirgacheffe with SCA cupping scores between 87 and 92 points. Washed lots typically score 87–90; natural-processed lots reach 88–92. All scores are verified by certified Q Graders.

Yirgacheffe coffee is known for its bright, floral cup profile. Common tasting notes include jasmine, bergamot, lemon zest, and stone fruit. Washed-process Yirgacheffe tends to be cleaner and more delicate; natural-process lots are fruitier and more complex.

Yes. Every Yirgacheffe lot includes GPS polygon mapping, washing station ID, processing verification, and SCA scores. Contact us to request pre-shipment samples and full traceability documentation.

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