Single Origin

Black Sheep - China

Ximeng, Yunnan, China

Curious taste buds? This unique coffee is perfect for the truly adventurous! We think this coffee shines best as a pour-over or even on cold brew. 

Altitude: 1,400-1,600 MASL

Region: Yunnan

Variety: Catimor

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Black Sheep - China

Tasting Notes

Chocolate Liqueur, Tropical Fruit, Berry Candy

Process

Double Anaerobic Natural

Producer

Torch

Every family has a black sheep, the wild child who doesn’t conform or take the traditional path; but if you have the courage to get to know one, they’re usually a lot of fun. This "Black Sheep" is an experimental coffee defined by its complex and extreme processing: a 30-day anaerobic fermentation, followed by drying to 35% moisture, an additional sealed 20-day fermentation, and a final drying to 11% moisture. This experimental approach unlocks a new horizon of flavor possibilities and underscores the value of experimentation in advancing flavor development, marketability, and sustainability for smallholder farms.