As specialty coffee roasters, we are excited to showcase different origin, especially the ones that gets overlooked.

This is easily one of the coffee origin that we been looking forward, a classic fully washed coffee from Baoshan region of Yunnan.

The coffee is located in the western reaches of Yunnan province, often referred to as the 'Jade City", and serves as the historic cradle of Chinese coffee cultivation.

The region is defined by its dramatic topography, where the Nu River carves through steep valleys, creating a unique microclimate.

While often known for its resilience, the Catimor variety finds a sophisticated expression in the high altitudes of Baoshan. Locally celebrated as "Yunnan Small-Bean Coffee," these trees have adapted perfectly to the region's volcanic soil since their introduction in the 1980s.

At the high elevation of 1,300 metre above sea level (m.a.s.l) , the cool mountain nights slow the maturation of the cherries, refining Catimor's naturally sturdy character into a cup of elegance. This strips away the typical herbal edge of the variety, replacing it with the sparkling citrus acidity and deep brown sugar sweetness that have allowed Yunnan Catimor to consistently fare good results regional specialty coffee competitions.

By utilising traditional fully washed method and drying the beans on elevated patios or raised beds, the producers strip away any earthy interference, allowing the natural, crisp characteristics of the terroir of the Baoshan region.

You can expect notes of citrus acidity, Macadamia and Black Tea-like finish.

Region: Yunnan

Producer: Smallholder farmers of Baoshan Regional Collective

Origin: China

Altitude: 1300 - 1500 m.a.s.l

Species/Varietal: Catimor

Processing method: Washed