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What Is Kopi Luwak? The World’s Most Expensive Coffee Explained
Kopi Luwak, or civet coffee, costs hundreds per pound due to rare beans and complex processing. Here’s how it’s made and why it commands such a price.
Guatemalan Natural SL28 from Plan del Guayabo Estate
This Guatemalan SL28 features winey natural processing, offering pineapple, dried apricot, and red wine notes at 1675m in the New Oriente region.
Brazil Bourbon Natural Process Coffee Beans – Fresh Import
Freshly imported Brazilian Bourbon and Catuai natural process beans from South Minas, with SC14/SC16 grade, roasted to bring out chocolate and nutty depth.
Guatemalan Huehuetenango SHB Washed Coffee Beans
These Guatemalan SHB coffee beans from Huehuetenango feature notes of nuts, dark chocolate, and tobacco, grown at high altitude on volcanic soil.
Rwandan Bourbon Washed Coffee from Mushonyi Washing Station
This high-altitude Rwandan Bourbon coffee offers bright red apple, cherry, and cinnamon flavors with a sweet, balanced cup profile.
Honduras Washed Bourbon from San Juancito
A clean, nutty Honduras coffee from San Juancito at 1450–1550m, processed by COMISAJUL. Bright acidity with milk chocolate notes.
Costa Rica Red Honey Coffee from Fire Phoenix Estate
Discover the rich, sweet profile of Fire Phoenix Estate’s SHB red honey coffee from Costa Rica’s Central Valley, grown at 1300–1500m.
90+ Level Up Derar Ela: Ethiopian Natural Coffee Beans
A rare Ethiopian natural from 90+ Level Up with floral, berry, and tropical fruit flavors, grown at 1700–2000m in Guji.
Indonesian Bali Natural Process Coffee Beans Review
Discover Bali’s Karana Natural coffee: grown at 1400m in Kintamani, processed at Ubud, with notes of ripe peach, pineapple, and muscovado.
Nicaragua Honey Process Red Bourbon Drip Bags
A portable Nicaragua honey process Red Bourbon drip coffee with chocolate and red fruit notes from 1400–1450m altitude.
Papua New Guinea Washed Peaberry Coffee from Kimel Estate
This washed peaberry from PNG’s Kimel Estate offers nutty, caramel sweetness with low acidity and a smooth body. Grown at 1500m in the Wahgi Valley.
Guatemala Huehuetenango Washed SHB Coffee Beans
Explore Guatemala Huehuetenango’s high-altitude washed SHB beans, offering flavors of nut, dark chocolate, and tobacco in medium-dark roast.
Kenya Yara Peaberry: AA Washed Coffee from Kiambu
Kenya Yara Estate’s AA-grade peaberry, grown at 1732m, scores 93 in Coffee Review. Bright acidity, dark fruit, and winey depth define this SL28/SL34 microlot.
Yellow Bourbon Coffee from Huila’s Vera Plateau, Colombia
This 2015 import from Colombia’s Huila region features Yellow Bourbon processed via four-stage washed fermentation, offering hazelnut, pistachio, and creamy caramel.
Guatemala SL28 Natural Process Coffee with Winey Notes
A rare SL28 from Guatemala’s New Oriente region offers winey, fruity notes from a bespoke natural process at 1675m elevation.
Costa Rica SHB Sun-Dried Villa Sarchi Beans from Shumawa Estate
Discover the distinct flavors of Costa Rican SHB sun-dried Villa Sarchi beans from Shumawa Estate, grown at 1670–1790m in West Valley with notes of honeyed apple and dried berries.
Ethiopia Derar Ela: 90+ Level Up Natural Process Coffee
A 90+ Level Up Ethiopian natural process lot from Shakiso with berry, grape, and tropical fruit notes. Ideal for pour-over and espresso.
2015 Ethiopian Sidamo Natural Processed Lion King Coffee Beans
A rare 2015 Ethiopian Sidamo G1 natural lot from Shilcho Cooperative offers floral, honey, and berry notes. Sourced at 1800–2000m in Guji.
Nicaraguan-Style Honey Process Red Bourbon from Finca Ataisi
Explore a rare SHG Pacamara lot from Finca Ataisi in El Salvador, processed via honey with a red bourbon influence. Learn how elevation and processing shape its fruity, nutty profile.
How Arabic, European and American Coffee Cultures Differ
Explore the deep-rooted differences in coffee customs across Arabia, Europe and America — from ceremonial rituals to café culture.