Banko Gotiti Washing Station

Banko Gotiti Washing Station is located in the Gedeo Zone of Ethiopia, specifically within the Gedeb region of Yirgacheffe. The station processes coffee cherries grown at high elevations ranging from 1870 to 2200 meters above sea level.

The varietal landscape at this station is primarily characterized by local heirloom cultivars. In addition to these, the catalog identifies specific regional varieties including kurume, dega, and wolisho.

The station maintains a balanced process portfolio, utilizing both traditional washed and natural methods. Of the eight lots documented in the index, five have been processed as washed coffees, while three have undergone natural processing.

The catalog footprint for Banko Gotiti includes eight distinct lots spanning harvest years represented by roasters such as Glitch Coffee and Roasters, Proud Mary Coffee, and Sey Coffee. Five different roasters have carried coffee from this station in the index.

Recent catalog entries include the 2025 Banko Gotiti washed heirloom lot from Sey Coffee, the 2023 Banko Gotiti washed heirloom lot from Sey Coffee, and the Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Banko Gotiti washed lot featuring kurume, dega, and wolisho varieties from Glitch Coffee and Roasters.

The work of Banko Gotiti is defined by its consistent focus on regional heirloom varieties and the application of both washed and natural processing techniques.