Doi Tung coffee facts for kids
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| Type | Coffee |
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| Introduced | Thailand |
| Colour | Brown |
Doi Tung Coffee is a varietal of Coffea arabica grown in northern Thailand.
Starting 1 December 2018, Doi Tung coffee began to be served on Japan Airlines flights, and plans are being made to enter the United States market.
Characteristics and processing
The Doi Tung varietal is a cross of several hybrids: Catimor, Caturra, and Catuai. It is grown within the Nang Non mountain range in Chiang Rai Province, at an elevation of approximately 800-1200 meters. It is described as having "a unique well-balanced taste with fruity sweet frangrance/overtones, generous acidity without sharpness, and a medium body." The coffee beans are processed and roasted locally in the growing region, rather than being sold green for processing elsewhere.
Protected Geographic Indication (PGI)
The Thai government granted a geographical indication to Doi Tung coffee in 2006. The government further applied for PGI status with the European Union in May 2010, which was granted, making Doi Tung coffee the second Thai product (after 'Hom Mali' rice) to hold such status in the EU.
