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Coffee Cultivars: Part Six - SL28
Following Ruiru 11, we turn to one of the most celebrated cultivars in the world of specialty coffee: SL28. The Origins of SL28 SL28 was developed in Kenya in the 1930s by Scott Agricultural Laboratories (hence “SL”), during a period of active research into improving...
Coffee Cultivars: Part Six - SL28
Following Ruiru 11, we turn to one of the most celebrated cultivars in the world of specialty coffee: SL28. The Origins of SL28 SL28 was developed in Kenya in the 1930s by Scott Agricultural Laboratories (hence “SL”), during a period of active research into improving...
Coffee Cultivars: Part Five — Ruiru 11
After exploring foundational cultivars and natural mutations, we now turn to a modern hybrid born out of necessity and innovation: Ruiru 11.The Origins of Ruiru 11Ruiru 11 was developed in Kenya in the 1970s and officially released in 1985 by the Coffee Research Foundation. Its...
Coffee Cultivars: Part Five — Ruiru 11
After exploring foundational cultivars and natural mutations, we now turn to a modern hybrid born out of necessity and innovation: Ruiru 11.The Origins of Ruiru 11Ruiru 11 was developed in Kenya in the 1970s and officially released in 1985 by the Coffee Research Foundation. Its...
Coffee Cultivars: Part Four – Sidra
Continuing our exploration of coffee cultivars, we now turn to a cultivar believed to be a hybrid of Bourbon and Typica - Sidra. The Origins of Sidra Sidra has quickly become one of the most talked-about cultivars in specialty coffee, though its genetic history remains...
Coffee Cultivars: Part Four – Sidra
Continuing our exploration of coffee cultivars, we now turn to a cultivar believed to be a hybrid of Bourbon and Typica - Sidra. The Origins of Sidra Sidra has quickly become one of the most talked-about cultivars in specialty coffee, though its genetic history remains...
Coffee Cultivars: Part Three - Caturra
Coffee is often described by its origin, processing method or roast profile. Yet one of the most influential factors in the cup is far more fundamental: the cultivar. In this series, Coffee Cultivars, we explore the varieties that shape flavour, farming decisions and the future...
Coffee Cultivars: Part Three - Caturra
Coffee is often described by its origin, processing method or roast profile. Yet one of the most influential factors in the cup is far more fundamental: the cultivar. In this series, Coffee Cultivars, we explore the varieties that shape flavour, farming decisions and the future...
Coffee Cultivars: Part Two - Typica
Coffee is often described by its origin, processing method or roast profile. Yet one of the most influential factors in the cup is far more fundamental: the cultivar. In this series, Coffee Cultivars, we explore the varieties that shape flavour, farming decisions and the future...
Coffee Cultivars: Part Two - Typica
Coffee is often described by its origin, processing method or roast profile. Yet one of the most influential factors in the cup is far more fundamental: the cultivar. In this series, Coffee Cultivars, we explore the varieties that shape flavour, farming decisions and the future...
Coffee Cultivars: Part One — Bourbon
When we speak about specialty coffee, we often highlight origin, altitude, or processing method. Yet beneath all of these variables lies something even more fundamental: the cultivar. Just as grape varieties define the structure and character of wine, coffee cultivars shape sweetness, acidity, body and...
Coffee Cultivars: Part One — Bourbon
When we speak about specialty coffee, we often highlight origin, altitude, or processing method. Yet beneath all of these variables lies something even more fundamental: the cultivar. Just as grape varieties define the structure and character of wine, coffee cultivars shape sweetness, acidity, body and...
Deep Dive into Chinese Coffee
Coffee plants were first introduced to China by French missionaries in the late 1800s. They were planted in the southern province of Yunnan, known for its temperate climate and elevations of up to 1,700 masl. Although approximately 120,000 hectares are currently cultivated for coffee, this...
Deep Dive into Chinese Coffee
Coffee plants were first introduced to China by French missionaries in the late 1800s. They were planted in the southern province of Yunnan, known for its temperate climate and elevations of up to 1,700 masl. Although approximately 120,000 hectares are currently cultivated for coffee, this...
Deep Dive into Kenyan Coffee
Despite its proximity to Ethiopia, coffee was not introduced into Kenya till the late 19th century by European missionaries. In the early 1900s all plantations were owned by the European settlers with labour provided by the local people at no or minimal cost. Today some...
Deep Dive into Kenyan Coffee
Despite its proximity to Ethiopia, coffee was not introduced into Kenya till the late 19th century by European missionaries. In the early 1900s all plantations were owned by the European settlers with labour provided by the local people at no or minimal cost. Today some...