Ethiopian Region

Sidama Green Coffee

Southern Ethiopia's balanced region. Where ARDI originally came from—before we expanded sourcing to Guji. Dark chocolate, nut notes, and medium acidity that defines Ethiopian versatility.

Southern Ethiopia ARDI's original home Natural + Washed + Decaf
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Geography

ARDI's original home

Sidama is where ARDI was born—the region where Sam first discovered that exceptional sweet, floral cup in 2009. Today, ARDI can come from either Sidama or Guji, because what matters is the flavor profile, not the exact location.

Sidama borders both Guji and Yirgacheffe—the three regions are so intertwined that some areas are separated only by roads. The coffee plants are essentially the same; processing creates the distinction.

Sidama quick facts

  • — Location: Southern Ethiopia, Sidama region
  • — Elevation: 1,800–2,200m
  • — Processing: Natural, Washed, Decaf
  • — Varietals: Heirloom
  • — Key producers: Israel Degefa, Worku Buche

Flavor

Sidama flavor profile

Natural Sidama

Balanced and comforting. Dark chocolate with nut undertones and medium acidity.

Dark Chocolate Nuts Medium Acidity

Washed Sidama

Cleaner cup with brighter acidity. Similar to Yirgacheffe profile.

Tea-like Floral Bright

Sidama Decaf

Decaf done right. Crisp apple and toasted almond—no caffeine, full flavor.

Crisp Apple Toasted Almond

Current Inventory

Sidama coffees in stock

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Other Ethiopian regions

Guji →

Home of ARDI. Strawberry, peach, sweet finish

Yirgacheffe →

Home of YirgZ. Tea-like, floral, lemongrass

Harrar →

The gateway coffee. Chocolate, berries, caramel

Experience Sidama coffee

Free samples—green or roasted. From ARDI's original home.

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