Iron Lion is a naturally processed community lot from Sidama Bensa, produced in collaboration with Daye Bensa. This coffee offers a vibrant and juicy flavor profile, balanced by creamy chocolate notes at its base. It’s a standout in terms of price and quality, delivering a rich and fruity espresso experience.

Iron Lion is a naturally processed community lot from Sidama Bensa, produced in collaboration with the exporter Daye Bensa. The name “Iron Lion” is inspired by Bob Marley’s song, which reflects key elements of Rastafarian beliefs. In Rastafarian culture, Zion represents the promised land—Ethiopia—while the lion symbolizes the Lion of Judah, featured on Ethiopia’s old royal flag and representing Haile Selassie, the former Ethiopian emperor. Haile Selassie is seen as the Messiah by Rastafarians, known for his fight for independence, progress, and peace. He played a crucial role in the abolition of colonial slavery and the establishment of a democratic constitution. This coffee embodies that spirit of resilience and strength.

Natural coffee beans are processed using a traditional method where the coffee cherries are dried with the fruit still intact, allowing the beans to absorb the fruit’s sugars and flavors. After harvesting, the cherries are spread out on raised beds or patios and left to dry under the sun. The cherries are regularly turned to ensure even drying and prevent mold. This process can take two to four weeks, depending on the climate. Once the cherries have dried to the desired moisture content, the outer fruit layer is removed mechanically, revealing the coffee beans inside. The natural process tends to produce coffee with a fuller body, rich sweetness, and fruit-forward flavors, often with notes of berries, tropical fruits, and chocolate.