Chalchissa
Limmu Kossa

The Limmu Kossa terroir is located in the Oromo region, around 80 km north of the town of Jimma, within the appellation of the same name. The coffees from this terroir are grown in a forest made up of a variety of ancient species.

The rich soils and environment of this terroir give this coffee its special character. The name "Limmu" is traditionally associated with washed coffee from the Jimma region, as this was the name of the first washing station in the area.

By way of distinction, plain coffees were called "Jimma". In this region, coffee growing is essential for both nature and its inhabitants, because of the value it adds to the forest areas.

Jimma is a land of coffee origins. This appellation benefits from a rich natural environment where coffee grows mainly in the shade of large endemic trees, in the heart of the forests. The coffee produced here offers fine quality cups and an inspiring agricultural model. Yet this appellation has been a little slow to join the international speciality coffee scene. The work of local producers and the organisation of these coffee growers has revealed the potential of Jimma coffees, ensuring traceability and quality.