EQUIVOCAL LIFE FORMS, China

Lychee, Oolong Tea, Peach

At its core, POL is more than just a business, it's a community of Q-graders and coffee processing experts who are guided by a deep commitment to ethical practices. They understand that the well-being of those at every step of the coffee supply chain is paramount, believing that the fruits of their labour should be shared with those who help bring them to life. From the meticulous management of the growing environment to the rigorous quality control processes that ensure only the finest coffee cherries are harvested, POL is relentless in its pursuit of excellence. They honour the integrity of their specialised processing methods, determined to maintain consistency with each and every batch.

POL’s mission is one of unwavering dedication: a commitment to the continuous and sustainable improvement of Yunnan coffee quality, with no end in sight. Their work is not merely for themselves, but for the world. Motivated by a desire to share the journey of Yunnan coffee with the global community, POL walks a path of purpose, determined to lift the entire coffee industry while ensuring that those who have been part of it for generations are recognised and rewarded.

In the natural process, whole cherry is dried intact so the bean steeps in its own fruit. Done with discipline it builds heavy sweetness, body and pronounced berry character, with no shortcuts at the drying stage.

Yunnan in China's southwest has emerged as a serious specialty origin, its high subtropical plateau and modern processing turning out clean, sweet, increasingly refined coffees.