Aulai Co-Fermented Anaerobic Natural - Yunnan
- Roasts on: Aug-21, 2025
- Ships on: Aug-24, 2025
Summary and Tasting notes
A pioneering Yunnan coffee featuring a groundbreaking juniper berry co-fermentation process, delivering an extraordinary sensory experience with complex botanical notes and tropical fruit undertones.
About the Coffee
Origin
Yunnan Province represents China's emerging specialty coffee frontier, characterized by volcanic soils and a unique microclimate. The region's high-altitude terroir—ranging between 1400-1600 meters—creates ideal conditions for slow-ripening coffee cherries, allowing complex sugars to develop and contributing to the coffee's distinctive flavor profile.
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Producer
Established in 2015, the Aulai Washing Station represents a new generation of innovative coffee producers. Working closely with Q-grade mentors, their team is dedicated to elevating Yunnan's coffee reputation through advanced processing techniques and comprehensive community education programs.
Process
This coffee undergoes a pioneering co-fermentation process where juniper berries are meticulously fermented and integrated with coffee cherries. The carefully controlled anaerobic environment—maintained at precise Brix and pH levels—allows for extended fermentation, enabling deep flavor development and the infusion of unique botanical characteristics.
Tasting Notes
A remarkable sensory journey revealing layers of cocoa nibs and tropical fruits, complemented by a black grape sweetness. The gin-like complexity introduces botanical hints of rosemary and juniper, delivering a crisp, refreshingly unique flavor experience. Resting period: at least 10 days for filter roast.
