China Gui Ben – Catimor Natural

In the mountains of Yunnan, a Chinese region traditionally known for its tea plantations, coffee is developing an identity of its own. Gui Ben offers a fascinating glimpse into this lesser-known coffee origin.

Grown by smallholder farmers in Xishuangbanna, this coffee combines careful cultivation with slow natural processing, allowing its distinctive aromatic character to develop.

In the cup, discover notes of grape jelly, kumquat and cacao nibs, bringing together fruity sweetness, refreshing citrus and delicate cocoa undertones.

Flavour Profile

Tasting notes: Grape Jelly · Kumquat · Cacao Nibs

Cup profile: Fruity, sweet and expressive, with gentle citrus brightness and pleasant cocoa nuances.

Origin and Processing

Gui Ben comes from Xishuangbanna in Yunnan, close to the border with Laos. Its production involves Tian Cai and Tang Xiang, who work alongside local smallholder farming families.

The coffee cherries are carefully handpicked and sorted through flotation. They are then spread across raised drying beds, where they dry slowly for four to five weeks.

This natural processing method helps develop the coffee's characteristic sweetness and expressive fruit aromas.

Why You'll Love It

If you enjoy discovering unusual coffee origins, Gui Ben offers something different: fruity sweetness, a refreshing citrus touch and gentle cocoa notes in a cup full of character.

Recommended brewing methods: V60, AeroPress, espresso and French Press.

Coffee Details

Country: China
Region: Xishuangbanna, Yunnan
Production: Tian Cai, Tang Xiang and local smallholder farmers
Variety: Catimor P3/P4 (Arabica)
Process: Natural
Altitude: 1,400–1,630 m
Cupping Score: 85.75 points

In a Few Words

An expressive specialty coffee from the mountains of Yunnan, with notes of grape jelly, kumquat and cacao. A distinctive introduction to the growing diversity of Chinese specialty coffee.