Yunnan Green Coffee Price vs Global Futures – Jan 27, 2016

Want to know how much coffee was really worth on a specific day back in 2016? Whether you're tracking historical market trends or just curious how local Yunnan prices stacked up against global futures, January 27, 2016 offers a clear snapshot.

On January 27, 2016, the C-type coffee futures price was 116.5¢/lb (approximately ¥16.86/kg), down 0.05% from the previous day. Meanwhile, local Yunnan green coffee fetched 102.04¢/lb (about ¥14.76/kg).

Coffee Futures Market on January 27, 2016

The C-type coffee futures—key benchmark contracts—closed at 116.5¢/lb (around ¥16.86/kg) on January 27, 2016, according to the New York Futures Exchange. That day’s opening price was 116.15¢/lb (¥16.806/kg), with an intraday high of 117.2¢/lb (¥16.96/kg) and low of 114.65¢/lb (¥16.59/kg). This represented a slight daily dip of 0.05%.

Local Yunnan Green Coffee Price

On the same day, the local purchase price for Yunnan green coffee beans was reported at 102.04¢/lb, equivalent to roughly ¥14.76/kg. This figure was provided by Nestlé Yunnan.

Global Specialty Coffee Bean Prices (per 100g)

Here’s how much various single-origin green coffee beans were trading for per 100g on that date:

• Ethiopia Yirgacheffe (Bench Maji, Natural): ¥12.5
• Yirgacheffe G1 (Gedio, Natural): ¥14
• Yirgacheffe G1 (Aricha, Natural): ¥15
• Yirgacheffe G2 (Dama Co-op, Washed): ¥12.5
• Yirgacheffe G2 (Kochere, Washed): ¥11
• Sidamo G2 (Sidamo, Washed): ¥11
• Sidamo G1 (Guji, Natural): ¥12.5
• Indonesia Mandheling G1 (Lintong, Wet-Hulled): ¥10.5
• Sumatra (Gayo Mountains, Aceh, Wet-Hulled): ¥15.5
• Brazil SC14/SC16 (Minas, Pulped Natural): ¥5.8
• Costa Rica SHB (Shumara Estate, Natural): ¥19.5
• Costa Rica SHB (Diamond Mountain, Washed): ¥11.5
• Costa Rica SHB (San Roman Royal, Washed): ¥10.5
• Kenya AA (Yala Estate, Washed): ¥13.5
• Panama SHB (La Luisa, Washed): ¥10
• Panama SHB (Elida Estate, Honey): ¥25.5
• Colombia Huila (Diamond Estate, Washed): ¥16
• Colombia Excelso (Millennium Estate, Washed): ¥11
• Tanzania PB (Kilimanjaro, Washed): ¥9.5
• Guatemala SHB (Plains Estate, Natural): ¥19.5
• Guatemala SHB (Huehuetenango, Washed): ¥10
• El Salvador (Ataisi Estate, Washed): ¥13.5
• El Salvador (Himalaya Estate, Pulped Natural): ¥12.5
• Peru (Cajamarca, Washed): ¥12.5
• Papua New Guinea (Chimial Estate, Peaberry, Washed): ¥10.5
• Rwanda (Western Province, Washed): ¥10.5
• Nicaragua (La Sabana, Madriz, Honey): ¥16

Global Roasted Coffee Prices (per 227g)

For roasted beans, these were the prices per 227g (8oz) on January 27, 2016:

• Yirgacheffe G3 (Bench Maji, Medium): ¥78
• Yirgacheffe G1 (Gedio, Medium): ¥85
• Yirgacheffe G1 (Aricha, Light): ¥95
• Yirgacheffe G2 (Dama Co-op, Light): ¥75
• Yirgacheffe G2 (Kochere, Light): ¥69
• Sidamo G2 (Sidamo, Light): ¥69
• Sidamo G1 (Guji, Light): ¥79
• Indonesia Mandheling G1 (Lintong, Medium-Dark): ¥79
• Sumatra (Gayo Mountains, Medium-Dark): ¥105
• Brazil SC14/SC16 (Minas, Medium): ¥45
• Costa Rica SHB (Shumara Estate, Medium): ¥128
• Costa Rica SHB (Diamond Mountain, Medium-Dark): ¥69
• Costa Rica SHB (San Roman Royal, Medium-Dark): ¥69
• Kenya AA (Yala Estate, Light): ¥85
• Panama SHB (La Luisa, Medium): ¥69
• Panama SHB (Elida Estate, Medium): ¥75
• Panama SHB (Elida Estate, Medium): ¥148
• Colombia Huila (Diamond Estate, Medium): ¥112
• Colombia Excelso (Millennium Estate, Medium-Dark): ¥69
• Tanzania PB (Kilimanjaro, Medium): ¥68
• El Salvador (Ataisi Estate, Medium): ¥89
• El Salvador (Himalaya Estate, Pulped Natural): ¥75
• Peru (Cajamarca, Medium-Dark): ¥75
• Guatemala SHB (Plains Estate, Medium): ¥128
• Guatemala SHB (Huehuetenango, Medium-Dark): ¥69
• Papua New Guinea (Chimial Estate, Medium-Dark): ¥69
• Rwanda (Western Province, Medium): ¥69
• Nicaragua (La Sabana, Madriz, Medium): ¥118
• Indonesia Kopi Luwak G1 (Sumatra, Medium-Dark): ¥289

Blended Coffee Prices (per 554g)

Blends were also actively traded. Here are the prices per 554g (1.22lb) on that day:

• Espresso Blend #2 (Medium-Dark, Washed): ¥75 (half pound: ¥55)
• Commercial Blend (Medium-Dark, Washed): ¥60

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the C-type coffee futures price on January 27, 2016?

On January 27, 2016, the C-type coffee futures closed at 116.5¢ per pound, which is approximately ¥16.86 per kilogram. The opening price was 116.15¢/lb, with a high of 117.2¢/lb and a low of 114.65¢/lb, reflecting a slight 0.05% decrease from the prior day.

How much did Yunnan local green coffee cost on January 27, 2016?

On January 27, 2016, Yunnan local green coffee was purchased at 102.04¢ per pound, equivalent to roughly ¥14.76 per kilogram. This figure was provided by Nestlé Yunnan.

What were the prices of specialty green coffee beans per 100g that day?

Various single-origin green coffee beans were priced between ¥5.8 (Brazil SC14/16) and ¥25.5 (Panama Elida Estate honey) per 100g. For example, Yirgacheffe G1 (Aricha, natural) was ¥15/100g, Kenya AA (Yala, washed) was ¥13.5/100g, and Panama SHB Elida Estate (honey) was ¥25.5/100g.

How much did roasted specialty coffee cost per 227g?

Roasted specialty beans ranged widely: for example, Panama SHB Elida Estate (honey) was ¥148 per 227g, Ethiopia Yirgacheffe G1 (Aricha, light) was ¥95, and Indonesia Mandheling G1 (Lintong, medium-dark) was ¥79. Even a commercial blend was ¥60 per 554g.

What is the difference between C-type futures and local Yunnan green prices?

C-type futures represent a global benchmark for arabica coffee traded in New York, while Yunnan local prices reflect the purchase cost of freshly harvested green beans in China. On January 27, 2016, C-type futures were 116.5¢/lb (¥16.86/kg) and Yunnan green was 102.04¢/lb (¥14.76/kg).

Were there any premium or specialty-grade coffees listed in the 2016 data?

Yes, several premium origins were listed such as Panama Elida Estate honey at ¥25.5/100g, Ethiopia Yirgacheffe G1 Aricha natural at ¥15/100g, and Sumatra Gayo wet-hulled at ¥15.5/100g. Roasted versions like Panama SHB Elida Estate honey (¥148/227g) also commanded high prices.

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