Laurina Green Coffee | Washed

El Quetzal and the location we've chosen for this microlot has resulted in a wonderfully complex coffee that's risen to the top of a number of our lists. 

We only are offering very limited quantities and the high price point reflects it's scarcity, our exclusive offering, and the cupping experience matches and well exceeded a typical 85. This is not a coffee that's available every year and outside of Japan or Reunion Island few people have experienced it.

Origins of 'Bourbon pointu',

Laurina green coffee beans are a naturally occurring, low-caffeine coffee varietal from the Bourbon family, 'Bourbon pointu' to be exact. We recommend it be roasted medium-light to retain it's natural flavors.

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This varietal was discovered growing wild on Réunion Island in the Indian Ocean, an overseas region of France with a long history of coffee production. It's believed to be a cross between the prolific Bourbon, long the focus of french growers, and the naturally occurring subspecies on Réunion. It's naturally low caffeine content, a pest deterrent, make it more difficult to grow, hence the higher prices. It's also extremely low production but very unique, especially for those sensitive to caffeine. 

Sources: 

Lécolier, Aurélie & Besse, Pascale & Charrier, André & Tchakaloff, Thierry-Nicolas & Noirot, Michel. (2009). Unraveling the origin of Coffea arabica ‘Bourbon pointu’ from La Réunion: a historical and scientific perspective. 168. 1-10. 10.1007/s10681-009-9886-7.