Yunnan Washed Peaberry (PB) Green Coffee Beans, Premium Arabica 1kg

This lot features the unique Peaberry (PB) – a natural mutation where a coffee cherry produces a single, round bean instead of the usual two flat-sided beans. Accounting for only 5-8% of any harvest, peaberries are denser and often roast more evenly, concentrating their inherent sweetness and creating a distinct cup profile. Sourced from high-altitude farms in Yunnan, this is a specialty offering for discerning roasters.

• Type: Peaberry (Round Bean, PB)
• Varietal: Arabica
• Origin: Yunnan, China
• Process: Fully Washed
• Altitude: 1500 – 1850 meters
• Moisture Content: 11 – 12%
• Quality Score: SCA 80+
• Packaging: 1kg Bag

Tasting Profile: Clean & Concentrated Sweetness

The combination of peaberry density and the precise washed process results in a bright, well-defined cup.

• Aroma: Sweet and fruity, with hints of berry and cocoa.
• Flavor: A vibrant medley of red berry notes seamlessly blends into a core of caramel sweetness and smooth milk chocolate.
• Acidity: Lively and juicy, typical of high-altitude washed coffees, enhancing the fruity characteristics.
• Body: Medium, but often perceived as fuller due to the bean’s density, with a silky mouthfeel.
• Aftertaste: Clean and lingering, dominated by sweet caramel and a touch of berry.

Processing & Quality Assurance

Quality is preserved through methodical post-harvest handling designed for peaberry lots.

1. Precision Sorting & Washing: After harvest, peaberries are carefully separated. They undergo a full washed process—fermentation and thorough rinsing—which imparts exceptional clarity and a bright acidity to the final cup.
2. Gentle Drying: The round beans are dried slowly and evenly on raised beds, achieving a stable 11-12% moisture level ideal for their dense structure.
3. Specialty-Grade Verification: This lot has been professionally evaluated, achieving a specialty-grade SCA score of 80+, confirming its superior quality, complexity, and lack of defects.
4. Peaberry Advantage: The round shape allows for more consistent heat penetration during roasting, often leading to a more uniform development and pronounced sweetness compared to flat beans from the same crop.

Roasting Guidance & Applications

• Roasting Note: Due to their higher density, peaberries may benefit from a slightly extended roast development time or a marginally higher charge temperature to ensure even heat penetration. They are exceptionally well-suited to Light and Medium roast profiles that highlight their inherent sweetness and acidity.
• Ideal For:
  • Standout Single-Origin: A captivating offering for customers interested in unique coffee varietals and stories.
  • Competition/Showcase Roasts: The concentrated flavors make it an excellent choice for crafting memorable, high-scoring cups.
  • Blending for Complexity: Can add a vibrant, sweet lift to espresso or filter blends.

Storage & Order Details

• Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in its original bag. For long-term storage, consider a vacuum-sealed container.
• Shelf Life: Up to 12 months from shipment when stored under proper conditions.
• Availability: Offered in 1kg sample bags. Inquire for bulk pricing and availability of larger peaberry lots.