Yunlan - China {Purple Typica - Natural}

Roaster: People Possession
Origin: Yunnan, China
Producer: Hongjun Zhang
Variety: Purple Typica
Process: Natural
Altitude: 1,600–1,800 MASL
Tasting Notes: Winey · Oak Barrel · Black Tea · Dried Dates
Format: 200g
Roast: Filter Roast
Ideal for: Filter
Collection: P}}P Unlisted Series

Why we like it: A coffee from China with a distinct profile, combining notes of winey, oak barrel, black tea, and dried dates. Its origin in Yunnan and the Purple Typica variety make it an interesting choice for exploring new profiles.

Who should buy it: Ideal for those looking for less common coffee origins who enjoy naturals with winey notes, tea nuances, and the sweetness of dried fruit. Especially recommended for those who want to discover specialty coffee from China.

Yunlan is a natural coffee from Yunnan, China, produced by Hongjun Zhang at an altitude between 1,600 and 1,800 meters.

This Purple Typica variety lot is part of the Unlisted Series by People Possession, a selection that allows you to discover different profiles and origins within specialty coffee.

Yunnan and Hongjun Zhang

Yunnan is one of China's main coffee-producing regions. Its mountainous areas are home to plantations located at various altitudes, where Arabica varieties are grown.

Yunlan comes from the work of Hongjun Zhang and stands out for using the Purple Typica variety, presented in this lot through a natural process.

Natural Process

The coffee is identified as Natural, a method in which the cherries are dried while retaining the skin and pulp around the seed.

The exact drying times and conditions for this lot are not specified.

Sensory Profile

Yunlan presents a profile with notes of winey, oak barrel, black tea, and dried dates.

The combination of these notes offers a wine-like character, nuances reminiscent of oak barrels, the depth of black tea, and the sweetness of dried dates.

Roasted by People Possession for filter preparations, this 200g coffee is an opportunity to explore the Purple Typica variety and natural coffees from Yunnan.

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