Al-Aqeeq Coffee
Whole Bean, Medium-Dark Roast
100% Natural, Sun-Dried and Hand-Picked
For hundreds of years, the coffee world has kept a secret, and it's time we let you in on it. We're talking about Yemeni coffee, in our opinion the finest coffee in the world. Many people have never heard of Yemeni coffee, and even fewer have tried it. We want to change that, one bag of mountain-grown whole-bean coffee at a time.
These rare beans slow-ripen high in the fertile mountain highlands of Yemen, where the cool, misty climate is ideal for coffee. In this environment, the beans develop rich flavor and natural sugars. The fruity aroma of the coffee brewing is the first thing you'll notice. Then come the warm, nutty flavors of your first sip. Sit back and enjoy the moment.
Yemeni coffee also has a remarkable history. Yemen was one of the first places in the world to grow coffee as a crop, more than 500 years ago, and it is where coffee was first brewed as a drink. The coffee plant itself is native to neighboring Ethiopia, and the two regions have traded for thousands of years. From the Red Sea port of Al-Makha (Mocha), Yemen became the world's first major coffee exporter. Coffee from Yemen later spread to India, Indonesia and Europe, and eventually to the Americas.
Today, Yemeni coffee is enjoyed around the world. Because it is rare, you won't find it at fast-food chains, drive-through coffee shops or even many upscale restaurants. To enjoy its full flavor, you have to seek it out, much like a fine wine. Al-Aqeeq makes it easy to order online.
We buy sun-dried coffee cherries from farmers and trusted traders in the terraced Yemeni highlands, then roast the beans fresh in small batches in Houston. You get 100% authentic Yemeni coffee with no fillers or substitutes, packed in 250 g (8.8 oz) whole-bean bags.
Discover the secret of Yemeni coffee for yourself. You'll notice the rich aroma the moment you open the bag and enjoy the full flavor down to the last cup. Try one bag, and we believe you'll be back for more. Then share the secret with your friends and neighbors.
When you choose Al-Aqeeq, you help us build a stronger market for authentic Yemeni coffee in the United States. Our goal is to grow demand and create lasting opportunities for Yemeni coffee growers so that, over time, growing coffee becomes a more attractive alternative to cultivating qat. The impact depends on sustained demand and the choices and circumstances of individual farmers.
Want to help Yemeni coffee farmers directly?
You can donate to our campaign to help coffee farmers in Yemen. Any support you can give is much appreciated.
Frequently asked questions
What makes Yemeni coffee the finest in the world?
Heirloom Arabica plants, high-altitude terraces, hand-picking and natural sun-drying create a complex cup with fruit, cocoa and spice that few origins can match.
Is Al-Aqeeq coffee 100% Yemeni?
Yes. We sell only authentic Yemeni coffee with no fillers or substitutes.
How does buying Yemeni coffee help farmers?
Growing demand for Yemeni coffee can make coffee cultivation a more attractive alternative to qat, a stimulant plant that uses scarce water. Our long-term mission is to support that transition by expanding the U.S. market for Yemeni coffee.
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