Few coffees in the world carry the history, prestige, and rarity of Yemen. Grown on centuries-old stone terraces high in the Haraz Mountains, this remarkable lot comes from the Sharqi Haraz Cooperative, where generations of smallholder farmers continue to cultivate ancient heirloom varieties under some of the world's most challenging growing conditions. With limited production, difficult harvest logistics, and consistently high global demand, authentic Yemeni coffee remains one of the rarest origins available to specialty coffee roasters.
Yemen holds the distinction of being Earth's first territory to cultivate coffee. Its seeds, originally from Ethiopian arabica landraces, established the world's first commercial coffee farms, so the coffee tradition runs so deep it holds history alongside the Ottoman Empire. The challenging cultivation environment of Yemen's western and northern ranges demands generations-old farming techniques to thrive.
Expect an elegant, layered cup with fragrant hibiscus aromatics followed by notes of banana bread, rosemary and toffee. Its vibrant acidity, creamy body, and lingering sweetness create an unforgettable experience that showcases why Yemen is considered the birthplace of commercial coffee. Whether you're adding an iconic origin to your collection or searching for a truly special roast, Sharqi Haraz is a coffee worth savoring and sharing!
Despite Yemen's ongoing civil conflict, the coffee community continues to produce some of the world's most sought-after coffees. Their mission focuses on increasing both the quality and availability of coffee from Yemen's historic growing regions and global market presence.
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