Thailand Doi Saket Anaerobic Natural

Medium roast

1,200 - 1,500 meters

An experimental and intensely fruity coffee from Northern Thailand, showcasing the unique flavors developed through anaerobic fermentation.

Flavor Notes

Tropical FruitStrawberryFunkWineyDark ChocolateComplex

About This Coffee

Thailand's specialty coffee industry, particularly in the northern Chiang Mai region, is burgeoning, with farmers increasingly focusing on quality and experimental processing. This lot from Doi Saket utilizes anaerobic natural processing, where coffee cherries are fermented in sealed, oxygen-deprived tanks before drying. This process often yields intense, unique, and sometimes 'funky' flavor profiles. Expect pronounced tropical fruit notes (like mango or pineapple), strawberry jam, and a distinct winey or fermented character. Underneath the fruit bomb, hints of dark chocolate provide depth. It's a complex and adventurous cup, reflecting the innovation happening in Thai coffee production.

Coffee Varieties

Chiang Mai 80 functions as a key Catimor-derived variety developed and promoted in Northern Thailand. It has played a crucial role in the region's coffee development by providing a high-yield, rust-resistant crop for farmers. When processed well, Chiang Mai 80 can offer a pleasant cup with a medium body, low acidity, and notes of nuts and dark chocolate.

Catimor The dominant variety in Laos, this cross of Caturra and Timor Hybrid is prized for its high yields. Careful processing yields a surprisingly sweet and complex cup.

Typica The traditional variety of Venezuela, prized for its classic, clean, and sweet cup profile, though it is low-yielding.