Overview

The **China Yunnan Specialty Coffee** is a high-quality, fully traceable selection from Yunnan Province, an emerging powerhouse in the specialty coffee world. Grown on the same high plateaus famous for producing world-class tea, this lot benefits from pristine processing—typically **Fully Washed**—to achieve a clean, classic, and highly approachable flavor profile. The cup is marked by its low acidity, heavy body, and dominant notes of **sweet almond**, **caramel**, and **milk chocolate**. This versatile coffee is an excellent choice for a comforting daily filter brew or a reliable, structured espresso.

Origin, Varietal & Processing

Yunnan Province offers a cool, mountainous environment, ideal for specialty Arabica cultivation (primarily Catimor and Typica varietals) at altitudes between $1,200 \text{m}$ and $1,600 \text{m}$.

This general lot is often **Fully Washed** to ensure maximum cleanliness and showcase the inherent quality of the high-altitude bean. The cherries are depulped, fermented briefly, and washed clean before being sun-dried on patios or raised beds. This process yields a very consistent and predictable cup, appealing to those who prefer classic Central American profiles (nutty, chocolatey) but with the unique, soft texture found in emerging Asian origins.

Taste Profile & Accessibility

The cup profile of the **Yunnan Specialty** is comforting and familiar. It leads with a clean, pleasant **sweet almond** or cashew nuttiness, transitioning into a pure **caramel** sweetness. The finish is long and satisfying, dominated by **milk chocolate**.

It possesses a **heavy, round body** that makes it substantial and satisfying. The acidity is **low and smooth**, contributing to its high accessibility and versatility. This coffee is designed to be a consistent, high-performing workhorse, shining especially when roasted to a medium depth to maximize chocolate and nut notes.

Quick Specs

• Flavour Notes: Sweet Almond, Caramel, Milk Chocolate, Heavy Body, Low Acidity
• Origin: Yunnan Province, China
• Process: Fully Washed (Typically)
• Variety: Catimor, Typica
• Roast Recommendation: Medium Roast (Versatile)

Roast Profile Recommendations

A **Medium Roast** is ideal, as it maximizes the sweetness and body, making it great for both filter and espresso.

• Development: Aim for 2:00 minutes post-first crack.
• Goal: Full development of caramel and chocolate notes.

Brew Guide — Unlocking the Cup

**Espresso**: Excellent as a sweet, balanced shot. Dose: $19 \text{g}$, Output: $38 \text{g}$, Time: $28-30$ seconds.

**Pour-Over / Drip**: Use a medium grind, 1:15 ratio. Water temp $94^{\circ} \text{C}$. Highly reliable in automatic drip machines.