What Is Civet Coffee and Does It Really Come From China?

Published: Oct 03, 2026 Author: World Gafei Last Updated: Oct/03/2026 117 views

Civet coffee, or Kopi Luwak, is one of the world’s rarest and most expensive brews. But does it really exist in China? Here’s the truth.

If you’ve ever heard of ‘civet coffee’—also known as Kopi Luwak—and wondered whether it’s real, where it comes from, or whether you can actually try some in China, you’re not alone. This legendary coffee, said to be harvested from the droppings of a tree-dwelling animal, commands astronomical prices and an almost mythical reputation. But outside of Indonesia, it’s rarely seen—and in China, it’s practically unheard of. So what’s the real story?

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