Historic Record Set at Ethiopia’s First Signature Coffee Auction
Dubai, July 23, 2025(qahwaworld) – Ethiopia has made coffee history with the successful launch of the first-ever Faysel Abdosh Signature Auction, where a standout lot fetched a record-breaking price for Ethiopian coffee.
Organized by Testi Specialty Coffee in partnership with M-Cultivo, the auction took place on July 16, drawing global attention to the country’s specialty coffee potential. The highlight of the event was the Sidama Keramo Super Natural lot, which sold for an astonishing US$1,604 per kilogram to Black Gold Coffee—the highest price ever recorded for Ethiopian coffee.
Faysel Abdosh, the founder of Testi Specialty Coffee, described the auction as a transformative moment:
“This achievement is not only a milestone for our company, but also for Ethiopia’s coffee-producing communities. The support behind our Project Direct initiative shows what’s possible when we unite behind farmers.”
Black Gold Coffee’s founder, Wang Hsin Chun, called the purchase a meaningful investment in both quality and purpose.
“Testi’s approach to community empowerment is truly admirable. Beyond the exceptional coffee, this auction is a celebration of values—uplifting people and supporting a sustainable future for Ethiopia’s producers.”
Through Project Direct, proceeds from the auction will help fund educational opportunities, women’s health services, and infrastructure development in rural coffee regions.
This debut auction also marks a major milestone for Testi Specialty Coffee as it steps into the international spotlight with a private auction format that champions both quality and traceability.
David Paparelli, CEO of M-Cultivo, commended the event’s success:
“It’s been an honour to collaborate with Testi on this project. The results reflect the incredible work being done in Ethiopia and the potential for even greater impact in the years to come.”
As Ethiopia continues to solidify its place in the specialty coffee world, this auction represents a powerful example of how quality, transparency, and community investment can elevate both producers and buyers.
