January 26, 2016: Global & Yunnan Coffee Bean Prices

Published: Oct 07, 2026 Author: World Gafei Last Updated: Oct/07/2026 216 views

On January 26, 2016, C-type coffee futures closed at 116.55 US cents per pound, while Yunnan local fresh beans were priced at 14.77 RMB/kg. See detailed market rates.

Looking for the real numbers behind global and local coffee bean prices on January 26, 2016? Whether you're tracking market trends or sourcing green coffee, these figures show where values stood on that day — from New York futures to Yunnan-grown beans and a wide range of single-origin greens.

On January 26, 2016, C-type coffee futures closed at 116.55 US cents per pound (approximately 16.87 RMB/kg), down 0.55% from the previous day. The day’s trading opened at 114.7 cents/pound (16.602 RMB/kg), peaked at 117.15 cents/pound (16.96 RMB/kg), and hit a low of 114.15 cents/pound (16.522 RMB/kg).

What Were Yunnan Fresh Coffee Beans Worth That Day?

The local purchase price for fresh Yunnan coffee beans on January 26, 2016, was reported at 102.04 US cents per pound, equivalent to around 14.77 RMB/kg. This figure comes directly from Nestlé Yunnan.

Spot Prices for Specialty Green Coffee Beans (per 100g)

Here’s what various high-quality single-origin green coffees were selling for per 100g on that date:

Ethiopia Yirgacheffe (Bench Maji, Natural): 12.5 RMB
Yirgacheffe G1 (Gedeb, Natural): 14 RMB
Yirgacheffe G1 (Aregga, Natural): 15 RMB
Yirgacheffe G2 (Dama Co-op, Washed): 12.5 RMB
Yirgacheffe G2 (Kochere, Washed): 11 RMB
Sidamo G2 (Sidamo, Washed): 11 RMB
Sidamo G1 (Guji, Natural): 12.5 RMB
Indonesia Mandheling G1 (Lintong, Wet-Hulled): 10.5 RMB
Sumatra Aceh Gayo (19+ mesh, Wet-Hulled): 15.5 RMB
Brazil SC14/16 (Minas, Pulped Natural): 5.8 RMB
Costa Rica SHB (Shumara, Natural): 19.5 RMB
Costa Rica SHB (Diamond Mountain, Washed): 11.5 RMB
Costa Rica SHB (San Roman Royal, Washed): 10.5 RMB
Kenya AA (Yala, Washed): 13.5 RMB
Panama SHB (La Luisa, Washed): 10 RMB
Panama SHB (Elida Estate, Honey): 25.5 RMB
Colombia Huila (Diamond Estate, Washed): 16 RMB
Colombia Excelso (Millennium Estate, Washed): 11 RMB
Tanzania PB (Kilimanjaro, Washed): 9.5 RMB
Guatemala SHB (Platano Estate, Natural): 19.5 RMB
Guatemala SHB (Huehuetenango, Washed): 10 RMB
El Salvador Ataisi Estate (Washed): 13.5 RMB
El Salvador Himalaya Estate (Pulped Natural): 12.5 RMB
Peru Cajamarca (Washed): 12.5 RMB
Papua New Guinea (Chimial Estate, Washed): 10.5 RMB
Rwanda (Western Province, Washed): 10.5 RMB
Nicaragua (La Sabana, Madriz, Honey): 16 RMB

Spot Prices for Roasted Specialty Coffee Beans (per 227g)

For roasted beans, these were the going rates per 227g on January 26, 2016:

Yirgacheffe G3 (Bench Maji, Medium, Natural): 78 RMB
Yirgacheffe G1 (Gedeb, Medium, Natural): 85 RMB
Yirgacheffe G1 (Aregga, Light, Natural): 95 RMB
Yirgacheffe G2 (Dama Co-op, Light, Washed): 75 RMB
Yirgacheffe G2 (Kochere, Light, Washed): 69 RMB
Sidamo G2 (Sidamo, Light, Washed): 69 RMB
Sidamo G1 (Guji, Light, Natural): 79 RMB
Indonesia Mandheling G1 (Lintong, Medium-Dark, Wet-Hulled): 79 RMB
Sumatra Gayo (19+ mesh, Medium-Dark, Wet-Hulled): 105 RMB
Brazil SC14/16 (Minas, Medium, Pulped Natural): 45 RMB
Costa Rica SHB (Shumara, Medium, Natural): 128 RMB
Costa Rica SHB (Diamond Mountain, Medium-Dark, Washed): 69 RMB
Costa Rica SHB (San Roman Royal, Medium-Dark, Washed): 69 RMB
Kenya AA (Yala, Light, Washed): 85 RMB
Panama SHB (La Luisa, Medium, Washed): 69 RMB
Panama SHB (Elida Estate, Medium, Honey): 148 RMB
Colombia Huila (Diamond Estate, Medium, Washed): 112 RMB
Colombia Excelso (Millennium Estate, Medium-Dark, Washed): 69 RMB
Tanzania PB (Kilimanjaro, Medium, Washed): 68 RMB
El Salvador Ataisi Estate (Medium, Washed): 89 RMB
El Salvador Himalaya Estate (Medium, Pulped Natural): 75 RMB
Peru Cajamarca (Medium-Dark, Washed): 75 RMB
Guatemala SHB (Platano Estate, Medium, Natural): 128 RMB
Guatemala SHB (Huehuetenango, Medium-Dark, Washed): 69 RMB
Papua New Guinea (Chimial Estate, Medium-Dark, Washed): 69 RMB
Rwanda (Western Province, Medium, Washed): 69 RMB
Nicaragua (La Sabana, Madriz, Medium, Honey): 118 RMB
Indonesia Kopi Luwak G1 (Sumatra, Medium-Dark, Wet-Hulled): 289 RMB

Spot Prices for Blended Coffee Beans (per 554g)

Blends were also actively traded, with these prices per 554g on the same date:

Espresso Blend No. 2 (Medium-Dark, Washed): 75 RMB
Commercial Blend (Medium-Dark, Washed): 60 RMB

January 26, 2016: Global & Yunnan Coffee Bean Prices

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the C-type coffee futures price on January 26, 2016?

On January 26, 2016, C-type coffee futures closed at 116.55 US cents per pound, which is approximately 16.87 RMB per kilogram. The day ranged from an opening price of 114.7 cents/pound (16.602 RMB/kg) to a high of 117.15 cents/pound (16.96 RMB/kg) and a low of 114.15 cents/pound (16.522 RMB/kg).

How much were Yunnan local fresh coffee beans priced at that time?

Yunnan local fresh coffee beans were purchased at 102.04 US cents per pound on January 26, 2016, equivalent to around 14.77 RMB per kilogram. This figure is reported by Nestlé Yunnan.

What were the prices for specialty green coffee beans per 100g?

Green coffee beans from origins like Ethiopia Yirgacheffe, Kenya AA, Panama Elida Estate, and Sumatra Aceh Gayo were priced between 5.8 RMB and 25.5 RMB per 100g, depending on the region, processing method, and grade.

What were roasted specialty coffee prices per 227g on that date?

Roasted specialty coffee beans ranged from 45 RMB to 289 RMB per 227g, with the most expensive being Indonesia Kopi Luwak (289 RMB) and the most affordable being Brazil Pulped Natural (45 RMB).

Were there any blended coffee prices listed for January 26, 2016?

Yes, two blends were listed: Espresso Blend No. 2 at 75 RMB per 554g and Commercial Blend at 60 RMB per 554g, both using washed processed beans and medium-dark roasts.

Where can I find more information on Yunnan coffee origins?

FrontStreet Coffee offers several Yunnan-sourced beans including Yunnan Arabica (washed, medium roast) and 2013 Typica (natural process, medium roast), both highlighting the region’s terroir and offering approachable profiles for exploring local flavors.

Recommended FrontStreet Beans for Exploring Yunnan Origins

FrontStreet Coffee’s Yunnan Arabica is a washed, medium-roast coffee from the Baoshan region, offering soft notes of almond, chocolate, and mild plum acidity—perfect for experiencing classic Yunnan flavor. Their 2013 Typica is a natural-process coffee highlighting the region’s heritage, with deep berry tones, caramel sweetness, and a tea-like finish. Both beans are great entry points for exploring Yunnan-grown coffee. Freshly roasted within 5 days · Orders placed before 17:00 ship the same day · Next-day delivery across most of Guangdong Province.

FrontStreet Coffee is a long-established specialty coffee roaster in Guangzhou China, selling freshly roasted beans from its own farm in Yunnan as well as dozens of carefully selected single-origin beans from around the world for both pour-over and espresso. The products deliver consistently excellent quality and great value, with shipping within 24 hours. Guangzhou's FrontStreet Coffee shop is recommended by many coffee lovers, and the beans are now available online at the Tmall 。