Myanmar Pyin Oo Lwin Washed

Myanmar Pyin Oo Lwin Washed

One of Myanmar's oldest coffee areas, a former hill station — milk chocolate, caramel, and soft citrus in a clean, balanced cup.

ChocolateyCaramelCitrusNutty
VarietyCatimor, SL34, Catuai
ProcessingWashed
RoastMedium
Elevation1100 m
SCA Score83
EstatePyin Oo Lwin (Mandalay Region)
OriginMyanmar

Flavor Description

Cocoa and caramel on the dry aroma; a smooth entry with milk chocolate and brown-sugar sweetness; soft, orange-like acidity mid-palate; a medium, clean body; and a toasted-nut finish.

Buying Tips

  • Region: Pyin Oo Lwin was a British colonial hill station with a long coffee history, home to some larger estates as well as smallholders
  • Style: Lower than Ywangan, and washed processing steers it toward chocolate and caramel — balanced and easy-drinking
  • Varieties: Mainly Catimor, with SL34, Catuai, and others

Brewing Notes

  • Pour-over: Medium grind, 90°C, ratio 1:15
  • Batch brewer: Medium grind, ratio 1:16 for a consistent cup

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