Papua New Guinea Arkau

Origin

• 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea

Tasting notes

Character

• Clean
  30
• Comforting
  20

Producer: Jon Boito Origin: Obura Wonenara district Varietal: Arusha, Blue Mountain, TypicaTypicaThe oldest cultivated arabica lineage, ancestor of most Latin American coffee. Low yield, clean and sweet cup; the baseline other varieties are measured against. Altitude: 1700-1750 metres above sea level Process: WashedWashed processThe fruit is removed from the seed before drying, usually with fermentation and a water rinse. Tends to give clean, transparent cups where origin character shows clearly. Flavours: Orange, Plum, Apple Importer: Covoya Where is it from? About This Coffee This lot is sourced from producer Jon Boito's 1.5ha farm in Obura Wonenara district, in Papua New Guinea's Eastern Highlands. Jon Boito grabbed the attention of our sourcing team because of his progressive and quality-conscious approach. Harvest is carried out selectively after Brix readings of 23-24 to ensure optimum cherry maturation. Pulping is done using manual hand pulpers - a true labour of love - and he deliberately favours a relatively high retention of mucilage to develop more floral and fruity notes in the final cup. This lot is washed and dried on raised beds with a 16hr dry fermentation. PNG's Eastern Highlands range in altitude between 1,700 and 2,000masl and are known for their cool temperatures which allows for a longer cherry maturation on the tree, which typically translates to the development of more complex flavour compounds in the final cup. The Region Obura-Wonenara is a district in the Eastern Highlands Province of Papua New Guinea, known for its diverse ethnic groups and rich cultural heritage. The district is home to several indigenous communities, each with its own unique traditions and customs. One of the notable aspects of Obura-Wonenara is its vibrant community life and the strong emphasis on traditional practices. The people here are known for their intricate weaving, traditional dances, and elaborate ceremonies that mark important life events such as births, marriages, and deaths. The district has also been the focus of recent development efforts. For instance, in August 2023, the Obura-Wonenara District Development Plan was launched, aiming to improve infrastructure and services in the area. This plan includes significant investments in roads, healthcare, and education, which are expected to enhance the qu