Blue Bottle Coffee, Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye, and his mother, Samra have teamed up to launch an all-new coffee blend – The Buna Tetu Collection.
Named after Ethiopia’s traditional Buna Tetu coffee ceremony, this blend of premium Ethiopian and African coffees is available for a limited time across the U.S. and select Canadian provinces and territories in two formats: Whole Bean and Craft Instant Coffee.
The Weeknd said:
The Ethiopian tradition of Buna Tetu is synonymous with home for me and has greatly deepened my appreciation for Ethiopian coffee.
The coffee ceremony was a significant piece of our culture my mother would share with our guests, and I remember coming home to the smell of coffee roasting and the chatter of family. Sharing this piece of our culture is very special for my mother and me.
Buna Tetu Blend is the latest coffee release under the Samra Origins product line. First introduced in May 2023 by Blue Bottle Coffee, Tesfaye, and his record label, XO, Samra Origins celebrates Ethiopia’s coffee culture and coffee excellence.
Created with Abel and his mother, Samra, Buna Tetu Blend is a bold, chocolatey roast with hints of fruit that echo the flavors of the ceremony. Each sip encapsulates the essence of the ceremony and offers an invitation into the family traditions Samra shared with Abel. Whether enjoyed black or with milk and sugar, hot or iced, its exceptional qualities shine.
