Yellow Bourbon

Yellow Bourbon is a natural mutation of Bourbon that produces yellow cherries at maturity instead of the typical red. First documented in Brazil, it has become particularly associated with Brazilian specialty coffee. Yellow Bourbon tends to ripen slightly earlier than Red Bourbon and is valued for its pronounced sweetness, soft acidity, and smooth, syrupy body.

Susceptible to coffee leaf rust and coffee berry disease like all Bourbon variants. First documented in Brazil where leaf rust is managed with fungicides; the yellow-fruited phenotype confers no resistance advantage.

What is Yellow Bourbon coffee?

Yellow Bourbon coffee variety — Brazilian mutation with yellow cherries, pronounced sweetness, and syrupy body.

What species is Yellow Bourbon coffee?

Yellow Bourbon belongs to the Arabica species.

Where does Yellow Bourbon coffee originate from?

Yellow Bourbon coffee originates from Brazil.

At what altitude does Yellow Bourbon grow?

Yellow Bourbon grows optimally at 1000-1600m.