Myanmar: The Comeback Kid of Coffee

Myanmar is fast becoming one of the most intriguing origins in specialty coffee. Once known mostly for tea, the country’s highlands—Shan State in particular—are now producing beans that win international awards. The secret? Altitude and careful processing. Farmers have shifted from commodity growing to small-lot specialty production, experimenting with honey and natural processes that bring out tropical fruit notes. Every bag of Myanmar coffee carries a story of resilience: farmers choosing quality over quantity in a country better known for tea.