Papua New Guinea | Baroida Estate | Arusha & Bourbon | Natural

Region: Aiyura, Kianantu, Eastern Highlands 

Elevation: 1700-1850 masl   

About: Baroida Estate sits high in Papua New Guinea’s Eastern Highlands, between the Lamari River valley and the slopes of Mount Jabarra. Established in the 1960s by pioneering producer Ben Colbran, the estate became one of the earliest coffee farms developed in the Kainantu region during a period of agricultural expansion across the highlands. Today, the farm is managed by his son, Nichol Colbran, who has spent most of his life working on the estate. 

The name Baroida comes from a large river stone believed by local communities to house the Baroida spirit. Despite decades of flooding, the rock has remained fixed in place, becoming a lasting symbol tied to the landscape surrounding the farm. 

Coffee at Baroida is cultivated between 1,700 and 1,850 metres above sea level under a system refined over generations. Careful shade management, drainage systems adapted for Papua New Guinea’s heavy rainfall, and meticulous cherry separation all contribute to the clarity and consistency for which the estate has become known.

Sourced from the Aiyura region of Kianantu in the Eastern Highlands, this Papua New Guinea lot from Baroida Estate represents the meticulous work of producer Nichol Colbran. The coffee is composed of Arusha and Bourbon varietals, cultivated at elevations between 1700 and 1850 meters above sea level. By utilizing a natural process, the estate allows the coffee cherry to dry intact around the bean, a technique often associated with increased sweetness and complex body.

This specific offering is roasted by Proud Mary Coffee, a roaster known for highlighting the distinct terroir of high-altitude origins. When evaluating the profile of such unique lots, enthusiasts often consult the flavor wheel to identify the nuanced characteristics that emerge from the interplay between these classic varietals and the natural processing method. This selection offers a compelling look at the evolving landscape of Eastern Highlands coffee production.