Larry's Ethiopia is a clean, washed coffee from just outside Yirgacheffe in southern Ethiopia, roasted light.
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Lemon, cherry, baked apple, chocolate
- Origin
- Ethiopia, Yirgacheffe
- Process
- Washed
- Roast
- Light
- Roaster
- Larry's Coffee
Roast level
About this coffee
What the roaster tells us.
Larry’s Ethiopia is a clean, washed coffee from just outside Yirgacheffe in southern Ethiopia, roasted light. The roaster describes it as intensely aromatic, with flowers and bright fruit as soon as you open the bag. In the cup it lists lemon, cherry, baked apple and a chocolate base, with a spicy-sweet profile, citrus acidity and a silky, medium body. It’s a good everyday pour-over or drip coffee for someone moving into lighter roasts. It comes in 12 oz bags.
Product details checked 2026-11-04. Roaster descriptions can change between lots. Tasting notes describe sensory impressions, not a guarantee of how your brew will taste.
Where it’s from
Ethiopia, Yirgacheffe
RoasterLarry's Coffee
OriginEthiopia, Yirgacheffe
ProcessWashed
RoastLight
From farm to cup
Where it grew, how it was made, how it’s roasted.
Straight from the roaster’s listing — no guesswork added.
Step 01 · OriginGrown
Ethiopia, Yirgacheffe
Step 02 · ProcessProcessed
Washed
Step 03 · RoastRoasted
Light
Before you buy
Is it right for you?
You’ll like it if…
- You enjoy bright, fruity coffees.
- You like chocolatey, comforting cups.
- You brew pour-over or drip and like a lighter body.
Maybe skip it if…
- You want a dark, roasty, classic cup.
The details
- Variety
- Ethiopian heirloom
- Bag size
- 12 oz bag
- Price
- $22.00
- Price per ounce
- $1.83 per oz
From the roaster’s listing, checked November 4, 2026. Prices change.
About coffee from Ethiopia
Ethiopia is where arabica coffee comes from, and it still grows thousands of local heirloom varieties. Most of it is grown by smallholder farmers in regions like Yirgacheffe, Sidama and Guji. Washed Ethiopians are known for floral, citrus and tea-like flavors, and naturals for ripe berry.
What the process means
In a washed process, the fruit is removed from the bean before it dries. Washed coffees tend to taste clean and bright, and show off the character of the origin.
How to brew it
Starting recipes for this roast level. Adjust grind and ratio to taste; the roaster’s own guidance always wins.
| Method | Coffee | Water | Grind | Water temp | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pour-over Our pick | 15 g | 250 g | Medium-fine | 96°C / 205°F | 2:30–3:30 |
| French press | 30 g | 500 g | Coarse | 96°C / 205°F | 4 minutes |
| Cold brew | 100 g | 800 g | Coarse | Cold water | 12–18 hours in the fridge |
The people behind this coffee
Meet Larry's Coffee
Larry's Coffee was started in Raleigh, North Carolina in the early 1990s by Larry Larson and still roasts in the city's Five Points neighborhood. It's a Certified B Corp, every bean it roasts is certified Fair Trade, and much of its lineup is certified organic and shade grown. Larry's is a member of Cooperative Coffees, a group of roasters that buy directly from small farmer co-ops and pay premiums above the Fair Trade minimum.
All Larry's Coffee coffees
Espresso starting point
Dial it in
A 1:2 dose-to-yield ratio is a common place to start. Adjust grind and taste — the roaster’s own guidance always wins.
In18g
Out36g
Time25–30s
Compare
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| Red Rooster Coffee Ethiopia Worka Sakaro Anaerobic | Light | Gedeb, Ethiopia | Blueberry, fig, cocoa |
| Magnolia Coffee Ethiopia Keramo Adara | Light | Bombe, Sidama, Ethiopia | Strawberry, milk chocolate, toffee |
Questions
Larry's Coffee Ethiopia Light Roast FAQ
What does Larry's Coffee Ethiopia Light Roast taste like?
Larry's Coffee lists tasting notes of lemon, cherry, baked apple and chocolate. It's a light roast.
Where does Larry's Coffee Ethiopia Light Roast come from?
It comes from Ethiopia, Yirgacheffe.
How is Larry's Coffee Ethiopia Light Roast processed?
The roaster lists the process as washed. In a washed process, the fruit is removed from the bean before it dries.
Is Larry's Coffee Ethiopia Light Roast good for espresso?
It can be pulled as espresso, but it's roasted light for filter brewing, so expect bright, tart shots. It shines most as pour-over or drip.
What's the best way to brew Larry's Coffee Ethiopia Light Roast?
A good starting point is pour-over: 15 g of coffee to 250 g of water, medium-fine grind, water at 96°C / 205°F, about 2:30–3:30. Adjust to taste.
Where can I buy Larry's Coffee Ethiopia Light Roast?
You can buy it from Larry's Coffee. Prices and availability change, so check the current listing before you order.
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