Yunnan A Grade Catimor Green Coffee Beans, High-Altitude Washed Arabica 1kg

This lot represents a selection of reliable, high-quality green coffee from Yunnan. This Catimor (an Arabica variety) is grown at significant altitude and processed with care, resulting in a coffee that performs consistently well across various roast profiles. Varietal: Catimor (Arabica) Origin: Yunnan, China Process: Fully Washed Grade: A Altitude: 1500 – 1850 meters Moisture Content: 10.5% SCA Cupping Score: 80 Points Packaging: 1kg Bag Flavor Profile: Balanced & Versatile The washed process and high-altitude origin create a clean, structured cup that is both flavorful and easy to work with. Aroma: Sweet and inviting, with hints of cocoa and ripe fruit. Flavor: A harmonious blend of bright berry notes, rich caramel sweetness, and a foundational milk chocolate character. Acidity: Pleasant and mild, contributing to the coffee’s lively character without being sharp. Body: Medium, with a smooth and rounded mouthfeel. Aftertaste: Clean and sweet, with the caramel note lingering pleasantly. Quality & Processing Specifications Every step is managed to ensure the beans arrive in perfect condition for roasting. Clean Washed Process: The cherries are depulped and fermented, then thoroughly washed to remove all fruit residue. This method is prized for producing a clean, consistent, and bright cup by eliminating the variables of natural sugars. Controlled Drying: Beans are dried to a precise 10.5% moisture content, which is optimal for maintaining stability during shipping and storage, and provides an excellent starting point for the roasting process. Grading & Selection: Sorted to ‘A’ grade standards, ensuring a uniform batch with high density and minimal imperfections, leading to even heat transfer during roasting. Quality Verification: The lot has been professionally cupped and scored 80 on the SCA scale, confirming its status as a specialty-grade coffee with defined, positive attributes. Roasting Guidance & Usage Roast Flexibility: An excellent candidate for Medium (City to Full City) roasting. It develops sweetness and body well, allowing roasters to highlight either the fruity brightness or the chocolatey depth. Primary Applications: Foundational Blend Component: Its balanced profile makes it an ideal, crowd-pleasing base for espresso or filter blends. Accessible Single-Origin: A fantastic introduction to Yunnan coffee for customers, offering clear, enjoyable flavors. High-Volume Brewing: Reliable and consistent performance for cafe batch brew or office coffee programs.