Etiopia Arabica Selection - Illy

Illy Arabica Selection Ethiopia Package

Date: 2026-01-12
Coffee: Etiopia Arabica Selection / Illy
Origin: Ethiopia
Variety: Not informed
Altitude: Not informed
Process: Not informed
Nominal Roast: Not informed
Attested Roast: Light-Medium to Medium-Dark
Dry Fragrance: Jasmine, Apricot, Syrup, Tobacco

Illy Arabica Selection Ethiopia Beans

Brewing Parameters

Method: V60
Coffee Dose: 12.2 grams
Water: 216 ml
Water Temperature: ~93 °C
Total Extraction Time: 2 minutes 0 seconds
Grind: Medium, 15 clicks Timemore C3

Illy Arabica Selection Ethiopia Bean Size

Sensory Evaluation

Aroma (brewed coffee):

Dark chocolate, brown sugar, liqueur, jasmine

Flavor – Structure

Top Notes:
Jasmine

Body Notes (middle):
Dark chocolate and brown sugar

Base Notes (finish / aftertaste):
Liqueur

Sensory Attributes

AttributeImpressionIntensity (0–10)
AcidityLight6
SweetnessHigh9
BitternessPresent7
BodyClean8
AftertasteRoasted tobacco6
BalanceMuted top notes, fading body5
ClarityClosed5

Illy Arabica Selection Ethiopia Cup

Final Impression

Summary:
The beans show fairly uniform size and roast level. Roast development does not seem very advanced; however, during brewing and tasting, a smoky note is noticeable across all beans — possibly a residual characteristic of industrial-scale roasting. The package sealing is solid, and the tin is nice and potentially reusable. The coffee itself, however, does not spark much interest, despite its African origin, a region known for producing true gems. It does present some timid floral notes and high sweetness, but nothing particularly impressive or truly reminiscent of Ethiopian coffees from smaller-scale roasters.

Personal Score (0–10): 6
Would I drink it again? Yes