Nomads Espresso Bundle

The Menglian Natural (G040) from Yi Rong Coffee Manor in Yunnan, China, is a Catimor varietal grown at an altitude of 1,450 meters. The coffee cherries are selectively harvested, ensuring that only fully ripe cherries are picked, which helps maintain consistency and maximizes the quality of every batch. Fresh spring water is used in the washing process, preserving the natural sweetness of the beans and contributing to a sweet, mellow finish. This coffee then undergoes a 20-day fermentation process followed by sun drying. The result is a coffee with a smooth and rich profile. Founded in 1988, Yi Rong Coffee Manor is located in Menglian Prefecture, west of Pu'er City in Yunnan, China, near the foothills of the eastern Himalayas. The farm benefits from a subtropical monsoon climate at altitudes ranging from 1,300 to 1,600 meters, ideal for growing high-quality Arabica coffee. Yi Rong Coffee spans over 130 hectares, with over 60,000 trees producing 200 to 300 tons of coffee annually.

This unique coffee was born from a collaboration between Sucafina NV and RWACOF, crafted explicitly for the "A Shot in the Dark" roasting competition. Grown in the hills of the Rutsiro District in Rwanda's Western Province, at altitudes ranging from 1,600 to 1,950 meters, this Red Bourbon variety benefits from the region's fertile soil and high elevation. The coffee undergoes an innovative and experimental processing method, starting with anaerobic fermentation in GrainPro bags for 24 hours, where the coffee is sealed in an oxygen-free environment to enhance its flavor complexity. After this phase, the coffee is pulped and placed in fermentation tanks to ferment for an additional 24 hours, allowing the beans to develop additional layers of flavor. This precise and carefully controlled process results in a balanced yet complex flavor profile that makes it stand out against any other coffee. This coffee reflects the expertise and dedication of the 1,213 growers working with RWACOF, supported by Sucafina's commitment to sustainability and quality improvement in Rwanda. RWACOF’s Farmer Development Program in partnership with the London School of Economics (LSE) supports farmers with training in Good Agricultural Practices and access to loans, farm inputs and farm services.