Merlaeku Family

This coffee hails from the Doi Pangkhon community in Chiang Rai, comprising 300 households where they predominantly cultivate Catuai, Typica, Chiang Mai, and SJ133 coffee varieties. The commendable work of Beanspire, who collaborated closely with the producer in 2015, significantly enhanced coffee quality in the region. Subsequently, the Merlaeku Brothers, representing an Akha Ethnic group consisting of Apae, Asor, Nat, Amae, and Bas, joined the initiative, collectively with Beanspire delivering exceptional coffee to your doorstep.The coffee underwent a "Kenya-style" Washed process at the Doi Pangkhon wet mill, drawing inspiration from the double fermentation Washed method commonly practiced in Kenya. Initially, cherries were pulped without water, followed by wet fermentation, a brief soaking, and a thorough washing process to eliminate any lingering mucilage. The washed parchment coffee was then meticulously dried on elevated bamboo beds for a minimum of 14 days. Subsequently, it was