Laos Arabica Grade 1, Screen 16 18, Fully-Washed

Product Overview

Laos Arabica Grade 1, Screen 16-18, Fully-Washed represents some of the finest Arabica coffee beans cultivated in the mountainous regions of Laos. These beans are recognized for their large size (screen size 16 to 18), exceptional cleanliness, and premium grade 1 classification, indicating virtually no defects and outstanding uniformity.

The fully-washed process used in production involves careful depulping, fermentation, and washing of the coffee cherries, resulting in a bright acidity and clean cup profile highly valued by specialty coffee markets.

Common Varieties and Characteristics

Laos Arabica coffees typically feature heirloom varietals, often Bourbon and Typica strains, prized for their complex flavor profiles. These coffees are noted for:

• Bright acidity with citrus and floral notes
• Medium to full body
• Sweet and delicate fruit undertones, sometimes with hints of chocolate or nuttiness
• Clean and balanced aftertaste

Such characteristics make Laos Arabica especially suited for high-end espresso blends, specialty drip coffees, and gourmet single-origin offerings.

Harvesting and Production Process

Laos coffee farmers hand-pick ripe cherries during the harvest season to ensure optimal ripeness and flavor development. The fully-washed process involves several key steps:

• Harvesting: Selective picking of ripe cherries.
• Pulping: Removal of coffee cherry skin and pulp shortly after picking.
• Fermentation: Controlled fermentation to loosen mucilage without over-fermentation.
• Washing: Thorough rinsing to remove all remaining mucilage and impurities.
• Drying: Beans are dried uniformly on raised beds or patios to optimal moisture content.
• Sorting and Grading: Beans are sorted by size and defects, achieving Grade 1 classification.

This meticulous process ensures consistent quality and the distinct cup profile the Laos Arabica brand is known for.

Quality and Grading Standards

The Grade 1 classification denotes coffee with the highest quality standards based on internationally recognized protocols. These coffees contain no primary defects and very limited secondary defects. The larger screen size (16-18) is desirable in specialty coffee because it typically correlates with denser, more mature beans, resulting in better roasting behavior and flavor development.

Our Laos Arabica coffee undergoes strict quality control checks to ensure that every shipment meets these premium specifications, making it ideal for specialty roasters and quality-conscious buyers.

Packaging and Export Context

Laos Arabica Grade 1, Screen 16-18, Fully-Washed coffee is typically packed in durable burlap sacks or food-grade grain bags, weighing around 60 kg per bag. These packaging choices ensure protection during transport and storage while preserving freshness.

The coffee is mainly exported to markets with a strong demand for clean, specialty-grade Arabica beans, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Exporters comply with standard export regulations and ensure full traceability for buyer confidence.