FLAVOUR PROFILE
Berry Compote, Plum, Brown Sugar
REGION
Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, Southern China
PARTNERSHIP
Since 2024
ELEVATION
1500-1600m
PROCESS
Natural
VARIETY
Catimor
YUNNAN - GUIBEN NATURAL
Filter Roast
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A BIT ABOUT THIS COFFEE
A vibrant, fruit-driven Natural from a beautiful corner of Southern Yunnan Province, China. Tucked near the Laos border, the remote region of Xishuangbanna offers cool mountain air, rich biodiversity, and ideal conditions for sweet, expressive coffees.
At Guiben Farm, Mr Tian Cai and his cousin Tanxiang are producing some seriously good microlots that showcase the unique character of Xishuangbanna and its emerging quality potential.
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WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT
The cup is sweet and complex, with layered fruit notes carried by a rounded, syrupy mouthfeel. Guiben Natural exemplifies the exceptional fruit character and distinct flavour that define Xishuangbanna’s finest Naturals.
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HOW TO BREW
We recommend a 1:15 brew ratio.
20g in, 300g out for 2:30-2:45 seconds.
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THE STORY
Mr. Tian Cai and his cousin Mr. Tanxiang have worked closely to develop a farm that truly demonstrates the potential of specialty coffee from this corner of Yunnan. Their vision has always been to produce high-quality coffee organically and sustainably.
Their vision is to produce high-quality coffee organically and sustainably while creating meaningful social impact through employment, training, and reliable income for the local community.
This part of Xishuangbanna is forested, mountainous, and beautifully remote, home to minority groups including the Hani, Miao, Yao, and Dai peoples. Beyond coffee, the farm also grows avocados and mangoes, and regularly experiments with alternative varieties to Catimor—such as Geisha, Yellow Bourbon, and Pacamara.
This Natural lot underwent a short fermentation in a cool, low-oxygen environment before being sundried on raised beds.
The farm’s name, Guiben, means “to return to origin” or “to return home,” a philosophy reflected not only in its vision but also in daily practices: soil regeneration, biodiversity, and strong local relationships. Old Quarter works closely with our local partners, Yunnan Coffee Traders (YCT), to bring you these high-quality and rare coffees from this exciting and emerging origin.
