Ken Bon

Ethiopia

Guji Natural

Grade Grade 1

Discover Guji Gr. 1 Natural, grown on Ken Bon farm in Shekiso, a district within Ethiopia’s Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples’ Region (SNNP). At elevations ranging from 1,800 to 2,150 masl, this heirloom variety flourishes under ideal climate conditions. The naturally processed method helps bring out the coffee’s vibrant and balanced profile. This process, combined with the smallholder farmers’ attention to detail, delivers a cup that truly reflects the Guji region’s potential.

Expect bright, taffy flavours of blueberry and dried cranberry, rounded out by cacao nibs with nutmeg. The cup is medium-bodied with a fruity and floral lingering aftertaste. A clean acidity with a soft citric edge ensures a refreshing finish and a harmonious balance overall.

Our Guji Gr. 1 Heirloom coffee is sold in 69kg bags with Grain-Pro packaging to maintain peak freshness. Enjoy this classic Ethiopian natural coffee, crafted with care for clarity, complexity, and quality in every cup.

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Red Cherries from the coffee plants of Yirgacheffe, from the Oromia Region in Ethiopia

What makes this coffee so special?

Grown between 1,800 and 2,150 masl, the heirloom variety benefits from cool mountain air, nutrient-rich soil, and a microclimate ideal for slow cherry development. The natural process, known for its clarity and brightness, brings forward a cup profile that bursts with blueberry and dried cranberry notes, enriched by sweet hints of cacao nibs and nutmeg. A clean, slightly citric acidity ties it all together, leaving a fruity and sweet lingering finish.

This coffee also stands out for its balance and medium body, making it both approachable and complex. The combination of elevation, heirloom genetics, and expert handling results in a cup that is clean, consistent, and deeply expressive of the Guji terroir. It’s an excellent example of how traditional methods and careful farming can unlock elegant, fruit-forward flavours in Ethiopian natural coffees.

Mother and Daughter stand next to Felix in one of their holding warehouses.

Ken Bon, the Mother-Daughter Driven Exporters

Ken Bon, located in Shekiso, Guji, is more than a coffee exporter: it’s a hub for community collaboration. While the smallholder farms span over 250 hectares, mother and daughter co-owners Aisha and Danya work closely with them, sharing processing infrastructure and providing training on quality control and sustainable practices.

This cooperative model ensures traceability, ethical sourcing, and a higher standard of quality across all lots. By uplifting local producers and investing in education, Ken Bon not only produces outstanding coffee but also strengthens the fabric of Guji’s coffee-growing community. The result is a cup rooted in both excellence and shared knowledge.

Coffee harvesters from Ken Bon painstakingly lay out the gathered coffee beans to be dried out on tanning beds.

About Ken Bon

Ken Bon Trading is a respected family-owned and operated Ethiopian coffee exporter. They partner directly with local farmers to ensure top-quality beans while supporting sustainable farming practices. Known for their deep knowledge of Ethiopia terroirs, Ken Bon carefully selects and processes coffee to highlight Ethiopia’s unique flavours, making them a trusted name in specialty coffee circles.

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