Discover Baristocracy Coffee Roasters and the incredible coffee they showcase.
Who are Baristocracy Coffee Roasters?
Baristocracy Coffee is owned and operated by Alex Forsyth, Kate Hudson, and their children Cooper and Tess.
Alex Forsyth was born and raised in Sydney, Australia. He has over twenty years of experience roasting and preparing coffee, having learned from his father at a young age in Sydney, which is considered the center of coffee excellence in Australia.
Alex is a judge for the Speciality Coffee Association of Europe and has held the SCAE Barista Level 2 qualification.
He has roasted, blended, and brewed coffee for most of his life. Alex has also delivered hundreds of hours of coffee education to home baristas, professionals, and barista competition participants.
In February 2017, Alex left the 38 degree Sydney summer and moved to the North East of England. Some may question why he would leave such a climate. However, he moved there for love and to contribute to the exciting specialty coffee scene in the region.
The other owner is Kate Hudson, a Geordie woman known for her wanderlust. She met Alex in Brisbane, Australia almost 10 years ago. After six happy years living on the North Shore of Sydney, they decided to leave Australia and bring their coffee expertise to the North East of England.
The Origin
The Ethiopia coffee from Baristocracy Coffee Roasters originates from the Yirgacheffe region of Ethiopia.
The Kayanza region of Burundi is renowned for producing some of the moYirgacheffe, a region in southern Ethiopia, is renowned for its distinctive coffee, widely considered one of the best in the world.
Located in the larger Sidama zone, Yirgacheffe's high altitude, at about 1,700 to 2,200 meters above sea level, contributes significantly to the coffee's quality.
The area's climate is characterized by moderate temperatures, ranging roughly from 15 to 25 degrees Celsius, and receives ample rainfall. This combination of altitude, climate, and fertile soil creates an ideal environment for growing coffee.
The coffee beans from Yirgacheffe are primarily of the Arabica variety, known for their fine quality and unique flavors. These beans are typically wet-processed (washed), a method that involves removing the coffee cherry's pulp and fermenting the beans before drying.
This process contributes to the coffee's clean, floral, and tea-like characteristics, distinct from the earthier and fuller-bodied profiles of dry-processed (natural) coffees.
Yirgacheffe coffees are celebrated for their bright acidity and vibrant, complex flavor profiles. They often exhibit floral and citrus notes, with hints of jasmine, lemon, or bergamot, and sometimes display a subtle, tea-like quality. These coffees are generally light to medium in body and can have a silky, smooth mouthfeel.
The region's coffee is grown by smallholder farmers, often in traditional, garden-like settings, where coffee trees are interspersed with other crops. This method of cultivation not only contributes to the sustainability of the ecosystem but also adds to the unique flavor profiles of Yirgacheffe coffee, as the diversity of plants can influence the taste of the beans.
Yirgacheffe's reputation in the coffee world is that of a region producing some of the most elegant and distinctively flavored beans. Its contribution to the specialty coffee market is significant, and its coffees are highly sought after by connoisseurs and enthusiasts globally.st captivating specialty coffees in the world.
What To Expect
Here’s an idea of what to expect from this natural Yirgacheffe coffee from Baristocracy Coffee Roasters.
Team Batch brew method of choice - Pour Over.
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FAQs
Where to buy Baristocracy Coffee?
You can purchase all of their fantastic single origin, blends and decaf coffee’s from their online store.
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I’m Tom and I have been working in the coffee industry for over 10 years, starting my journey as a barista in Australia, working on coffee farms in South America and roasting coffee in The UK. Today I review and write about speciality coffee. I am the founder of Batch Coffee Club, which showcases the very best coffee from around the world. Read more about Tom Saxon Coffee Expert.