Khawlan, Yemen
Dragon's Tree
Superior taste, quality, & flavor.
Caramel, milk chocolate and hazelnut, with a medium acidity and a sweet, brown-sugar body. Udaini from Ibrahim Mohammad's single farm in Khawlan, Yemen, dried in the fruit under the sun.
$45
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- Variety
- Arabica
- Acidity
- Balanced
- Altitude
- 2,300 m
- Flavor notes
- Caramel, Milk chocolate, Hazelnut
- Origin
- Khawlan, Yemen
- Grower
- Ibrahim Mohammad
- Process
- Natural
- Drying
- Sun-dried
- Varietals
- Udaini
- Harvest
- 2023
- Climate
- 15–25 °C
A small yield, and no compromise on quality.
Khawlani coffee has grown in Yemen's mountains for centuries, on terraces cut into the slopes. Dragon's Tree comes from one of those farms: Ibrahim Mohammad's, in Bani Malik village in the Khawlan bin Amer district. Open each step below to follow it from Khawlan to your cup.
Single farm
Tended by Ibrahim alone
Ibrahim, 38, tends his family farm in Bani Malik village on his own. His yield is small, but his quality is not. His father, Mohammad, used to work the trees alongside him; his health keeps him from the farm now, but Ibrahim still turns to him for advice on planting and harvest.
2,300 m
15–25 °C on the farm
Dragon's Tree grows at 2,300 meters, the highest of any coffee we carry, where the farm runs from 15 to 25 °C. Cooler air at this height slows how fast the cherries ripen, and that slower ripening is a big part of why high-grown coffee tastes more layered.
Natural
Sun-dried Udaini
Dragon's Tree is Udaini, a traditional Yemeni variety, and it's a natural: the whole cherry dries in the sun with the fruit still around the bean, so the fruit's sweetness settles into the seed. This lot is from the 2023 harvest.
82 pts
Importer cupping score
Our importer cupped this lot at 82 points: caramel, butter and hazelnut in the aroma, milk chocolate and hazelnut nougat in the cup, a medium acidity, a sweet brown-sugar body and a clean, uniform finish.
Baltimore
Roasted here
Dragon's Tree arrives as green coffee through our Yemeni importer and is roasted here in Baltimore, with our packaging sourced in Baltimore too: we're a Baltimore-first business. Roasting here supports local coffee shops, and every bag ships in eco-conscious packaging under strict delivery standards. Restaurants, bars and shops can carry it too, as green or roasted coffee.
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“Coffee always brings us together. Whether it's a quiet morning or a busy afternoon, sharing a cup gives us a moment to connect, relax, and enjoy something we both love.”
“My friend and I enjoyed this coffee on a boat, and it made the experience even better. Sitting together, sipping on such a smooth, delicious cup while taking in the view, it was the perfect way to spend the day.”
“This coffee is my go-to before any event! It's smooth, energizing, and gives me the perfect boost to stay lively and engaged all night. The ultimate pre-party pick-me-up!”
“The moment I opened the bag, the smell was incredible! That rich, fresh coffee aroma filled my kitchen, and I couldn't wait to brew a cup. It smelled so good, I knew it was going to taste amazing!”
“I purchased some roasted coffee beans and I can say the coffee I made was fantastic, I usually go to Starbucks for my daily coffee but I'm going to stay home and use my coffee maker with this brand to save money, for an even better taste.”
“Where do you start when you have so many great coffee choices to try... well you try them all. Naga's Charm Coffee is exceptional and after working for 5 years in the coffee industry I developed a palette that is spoiled. That same palette is no longer thirsty since finding NCC and now I can't wait till the weekends when I usually brew my coffee.”
“Coffee always brings us together. Whether it's a quiet morning or a busy afternoon, sharing a cup gives us a moment to connect, relax, and enjoy something we both love.”
“My friend and I enjoyed this coffee on a boat, and it made the experience even better. Sitting together, sipping on such a smooth, delicious cup while taking in the view, it was the perfect way to spend the day.”
“This coffee is my go-to before any event! It's smooth, energizing, and gives me the perfect boost to stay lively and engaged all night. The ultimate pre-party pick-me-up!”
“The moment I opened the bag, the smell was incredible! That rich, fresh coffee aroma filled my kitchen, and I couldn't wait to brew a cup. It smelled so good, I knew it was going to taste amazing!”
Questions
Where does this coffee come from?
Ibrahim Mohammad's single farm in Bani Malik village, Khawlan bin Amer district, Yemen, grown at 2,300 meters.
What does the flavor actually taste like?
Caramel and milk chocolate with hazelnut, a medium acidity and a sweet, brown-sugar body.
What is Khawlani coffee?
Coffee from Yemen's Khawlan region, where it has been grown on mountain terraces for centuries. Farms are small and family-run, like Ibrahim's.
Which grind should I choose?
Whole bean keeps it fresher longer and is the better choice if you grind at home. Without a grinder, pick the grind that matches how you brew.
How should I store it?
Sealed, away from light and heat, at room temperature. Skip the freezer: the moisture swings do more harm than good.
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