6 coffee beans to try in the region

6 coffee beans to try in the region

According to Maranda Barnes — chief commercial officer of V3 Gourmet, which has brought Morocco’s Bacha Coffee to Riyadh — these six coffee varieties are worth trying.

  1. 1910
    1910

    This medium-roast coffee features fruit-forward notes with a smooth finish, suitable for everyday drinking and for those exploring flavored coffees.

  2. Wallenford
    Wallenford

    Sourced from Jamaica’s Blue Mountains, this single-origin coffee is defined by mild acidity and a clean structure, reflecting the characteristics commonly associated with the region’s coffee.

  3. Matari
    Matari

    Produced using traditional Yemeni methods, this coffee has a fuller body shaped by natural processing techniques and a medium-dark roast profile.

  4. Yirgacheffe
    Yirgacheffe

    This Ethiopian coffee is grown at high altitude and produced using heirloom varieties commonly cultivated in the region, with growing conditions shaped by elevation and climate.

  5. Kahwa
    Kahwa

    This decaffeinated coffee is processed using a natural carbon dioxide method, allowing it to retain structure, restrained acidity and cocoa-leaning notes.

  6. Mombasa
    Mombasa

    This blended coffee combines African and Asian origins and is roasted to achieve balance and consistency across batches.