Yemen coffee in London
3 speciality roasts from 3 London roasters use Yemen beans.
Yemen is one of the oldest continuous coffee-growing regions in the world, and its coffees tend toward a distinctive profile characterised by dried fruit, tamarind, dark chocolate, and earthy, wine-like depth. Body is typically full and syrupy, with a complexity that can include spice notes such as cardamom or pepper. Acidity is often moderate and rounded rather than bright. The character is unlike most African or Latin American origins and occupies a category of its own among seasoned tasters.
Coffee in Yemen is grown predominantly in the mountainous regions of Haraaz, Raymah, Bura'a, and the Hadhramaut highlands, often at altitudes between 1,500 and 2,500 metres on ancient terraced hillsides. The dominant varietals are heirloom types collectively descended from ancient Arabian cultivars, including Udaini, Dawairi, and Tufahi. Nearly all Yemeni coffee is dry processed, dried on rooftops or raised beds in the traditional manner, which contributes significantly to the fruit-forward, rustic character in the cup. Yemen is occasionally used as a component in espresso blends seeking unusual depth and complexity.
Top rated Yemen coffee roasts in London
Speciality roasts using Yemen beans, as single origins or blend components, ordered by community rating.
Roasters working with Yemen coffee
London roasters with the most approved coffees using Yemen beans.
Flavours typical of Yemen coffee
Notes that appear most often across Yemen roasts in London.
How Yemen coffee is processed
Processing methods seen across Yemen roasts in London.
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