Haraz, Yemen

Description

Grown in the highs of Haraz at 2,050m, this lot from Al-Khanshali Estate IV reflects Yemen’s deep coffee heritage, with 250 Udaini trees cultivated under shade. Cherries picked at optimal ripeness. Undergo carbonic maceration in sealed vessels for 4 days, allowing each cherry to ferment from the inside out, producing complex fruit-forward aromatics. Transferred to raised drying beds for slow dry.

Getting coffee out of Yemen is no small task ongoing political instability, complex regional dynamics, and limited infrastructure make every step from farm to export incredibly challenging. Moving coffee often requires navigating multiple checkpoints, coordinating across tribal regions, and overcoming logistical barriers, making each lot not just rare, but a testament to resilience and dedication.

Brought to us by- Mokhtar Alkhanshali

Text from Luminous Coffee's listing.