What is specialty coffee?

Specialty coffee refers to high-quality coffee beans that are sourced from specific microclimates, carefully cultivated, harvested, and processed to bring out unique flavors and characteristics. It emphasizes quality, sustainability, and traceability throughout the entire coffee supply chain.

How is specialty coffee different from regular coffee?

Specialty coffee focuses on the quality and unique characteristics of the coffee beans, whereas regular coffee is more about mass production and consistency. Specialty coffee often has distinct flavors, and its beans are graded and scored based on attributes such as aroma, taste, and body.

What is single-origin coffee?

Single-origin coffee refers to coffee beans that are sourced from a single geographical region, farm, or producer. This can highlight the unique characteristics of the coffee beans influenced by the specific climate, soil, and processing methods of that region.

How is Geisha Coffee graded and scored?

Specialty Geisha Coffee is graded and scored using a standardized system developed by the Specialty Coffee Association. Beans are evaluated based on factors such as aroma, flavor, acidity, body, and balance. A coffee must score at least 80 out of 100 points to be considered specialty grade.

What are the best brewing methods for Geisha Coffee?

There is no one-size-fits-all answer, as the best brewing method depends on personal preferences and the specific characteristics of the coffee beans. Common methods include pour-over, French press, Aeropress, espresso, and cold brew. Experimenting with different methods can help you find the best way to showcase the unique flavors of Geisha Coffee.

How should I store Geisha Coffee?

To maintain freshness and flavor, store Geisha Coffee in an airtight container away from light, heat, and moisture. Avoid storing them in the refrigerator or freezer, as temperature fluctuations can negatively affect the taste and quality.

Yemen Al-Obbarat

Name: Yemen Al-Obbarat
Brand: Paradise Coffee
SKU: yemen-4oz
Price: 49.95 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Regular price $50

Unit price per

Weight:

4oz

12oz

Grind:

Whole Bean

Quantity:

only 0 left in stock

Coffee Profile

Continent: Asia

Country: Yemen

Farm: Hussien Nasser, Mohammed Massaud, Khalid Abdullah

Process: Natural

Region: Al-Haimah

Variety: Dwairi, Typica

Roast Scale

Light Medium Dark

Size: 4oz

Tasting Notes

An aromatic and powerful cup. Dried strawberry, fig, tamarind, malt, sandalwood, and frankincense.

Background Info

An ancient coffee re-invented.

Yemen was the first country to commercial cultivate coffee and this coffee comes from a region that has been producing coffee for at least 700 years. Our coffee comes from 3 growers in Al-Obbarat village in the Al-Haimah region. This coffee was grown by Mohammed Massaud, Khalid Abdullah, and Hussien Nassar at 2200-2500m. Among the highest growing elevation anywhere in the world. These coffees are dried whole in the cherry on raised beds and on rooftops.

Until very recently freshly harvested, ripe cherry naturals were almost unheard of from Yemen and coffees from this country were notoriously variable in quality. These new specialty Yemen coffees however are some of the most incredible and distinctive in the world with spice and incense like aromas you just don't come across in natural process coffees from other countries. Most of the varieties grown here are unique to Yemen although closely related to the Typica variety. This coffee was airfreighted to us directly from the farms. A truly special coffee we hope you enjoy!