The Guji region is a shining new star in Ethiopia’s specialty coffee scene that has risen to prominence in recent years. The popular Dorothy Ana Sora coffee beans that have gained traction domestically in recent years are grown in this region. The secret to their popularity lies in their rich peach oolong coffee flavor, which perfectly aligns with the tastes of young people in China. However,
Brazil is the largest producer in South America’s coffee-growing regions, and even in the world. The status of Brazilian coffee in the global coffee industry is that of the “big brother,” accounting for 45% of the world’s coffee production, earning it the title of “coffee giant.” News from Brazil’s coffee-growing regions often has a direct impact on the global coffee market. Brazilian
Costa Rica is a renowned coffee-producing country in Central and South America. The coffee beans from its high-altitude regions boast rich flavors, mild taste, but high acidity, making them a standout among single-origin coffees. Though not a large country, Costa Rica is home to many rare coffee varieties and also cultivates an exceptionally refined processing method: honey processing.
If you come to Tibet, be sure not to miss the Tibetan specialty food “Qiangmudu Tea.” It is a must-have breakfast item for Tibetan herders and farmers. The preparation method is simple: first, place a small amount of tsampa, dry cheese powder, and butter in a bowl, then pour in the tea. After drinking the tea, stir the tsampa with a spoon and eat it. Qiangmudu Tea is similar to Tibetan
Coffee was introduced to Turkey in the sixteenth century and began to be commercialized. Due to its transcontinental location spanning Europe and Asia, Turkey quickly spread coffee to the European continent. Because Turkish coffee best preserves the true flavor and has been passed down through generations, it is made using an original brewing method. Many Turks, especially women,
The Costa Rican Musician Series is a classic specialty coffee from the Tarrazú region, produced by the Finca Cantaros estate. The names of these coffee beans come from the estate owner’s love for classical music—naming their beans after iconic composers such as Chopin, Mozart, Beethoven, and Bach. Finca Cantaros
Every year, the TOH African Specialty Coffee Green Bean Competition attracts the attention of countless coffee enthusiasts, because after the intense competition, high-quality coffee beans from the new season are ready to hit the market and make their way into the cups of those who love them. TOH is not only a harvest for African coffee farmers, but also a bounty for coffee lovers around the globe. This time, it’s the
Ethiopia is often likened to the gene bank of Arabica, which many people find hard to understand. But actually, the comparison is quite fitting—most Ethiopian coffee varieties are named after their original landrace types. Drinking Ethiopian beans is like opening a mystery box—you never know when you might discover a uniquely flavored bean that gets isolated for cultivation. The emergence of Little Grain Huakui is just like what was described earlier...
In recent years, with the rise of the specialty coffee movement, more and more cafes in China have started offering "acidic" coffees, inadvertently overlooking some traditionally flavorful brews. In fact, coffees with rich, bold flavors and nutty profiles also have a large—and perhaps even larger—group of devoted fans. The coffee we’re introducing today
What are the characteristics of sun-dried Yirgacheffe? Yirgacheffe coffee has won a large following of coffee enthusiasts worldwide for its unique floral and fruity flavor profile. Those with higher standards for coffee quality continue to discover the best beans through Africa’s distinctive green bean competitions each year. Since the 2000s, specialty coffee in Africa
Beethoven Coffee Beans are one of four varieties in the Musician Series produced by Costa Rica, with the other three being Mozart Coffee Beans, Bach Coffee Beans, and Chopin Coffee Beans. Although all are part of the Musician Series and come from the same region and farm—Canet Estate in the Tarrazú region of Costa Rica—these four coffee beans differ significantly in variety, post-harvest processing, and flavor.
When it comes to coffee from African regions, besides Ethiopian and Kenyan coffees, the neighboring country of Tanzania also produces high-quality and delicious beans. Tanzania has many nicknames and has long been favored by Europeans, earning a place among the world’s renowned coffees. It is affectionately called the “Gentleman of Coffee.” In China,
As the coffee wave deepens, specialty coffee shops—those that love and are passionate about coffee and are dedicated to spreading fine coffee culture—bring people high-quality coffee beans, creating uniquely flavorful brews rather than the single-note profile of just rich and bitter. Among them, the coffee beans from the Guodingding Cooperative in Ethiopia’s Yirgacheffe region...
There is a unique coffee variety in Indonesia known locally as longberry, which stands out due to its distinctive shape and long growth cycle, making it extremely rare. Today, we’ll explore the growing region of this uncommon longberry coffee bean and focus on its most intriguing flavor profile. Aceh is located at the northernmost tip of Sumatra Island in Indonesia.
What are some famous estate coffees in Panama? In recent years, Panama has gained fame for its Geisha coffee beans. While Panama is well known for its Geisha, it also grows high-quality coffee varieties. This Zinfandel coffee bean, which shares its name with the grape variety, is of the Caturra type and comes from Tangjie Estate in Panama.
In recent years, Yunnan coffee has increasingly caught people’s attention. Single-origin coffee is no longer just about foreign beans. Coffee enthusiasts have suddenly found joy in discovering that the coffee grown right here in our own country tastes great too — even winning major awards in competitions and being recognized as a national geographical indication product. So, what good coffee beans come from Yunnan?
Since 2004, when Jade Mountain Estate and Geisha made a splash at the BOP competition, Panamanian Geisha has ranked among the top tier of specialty coffee. Coffee aficionados love to talk about Jade Mountain Estate, and newcomers to coffee simply can’t overlook it. Naturally, news about Jade Mountain Estate Geisha also attracts a lot of attention. In 202
When people talk about Gesha coffee, they often mention the Emerald Estate, and when they mention the Emerald Estate, it's usually the Gesha series — “Red Label,” “Green Label,” and so on. In fact, even before the Emerald Estate became famous, it was growing very high-quality coffee beans, and it still produces non-Gesha coffees today: the Diamond Mountain series. The Emerald Estate classifies its coffee according to the Gesha and Catuai varieties.
When it comes to Indonesian coffee, many people might first think of the rich herbal flavors of Mandheling. However, Indonesia doesn't just produce coffee on Sumatra — in fact, the earliest coffee cultivation in the country began on Java, before spreading to other islands like Sumatra. Today, we’re talking about West Java Aromanis.
Traditional Mandheling is known for its herbal flavors, rich aroma, and full-bodied taste, making it a classic premium coffee from Indonesia. However, even among coffee beans from the same region, beyond shared characteristics, there are individual traits—those unique qualities that coffee enthusiasts pursue as signs of higher quality. Aged Mandheling stands out as the most full-bodied among all Mandheling coffees.