Wicha (Syrina varietal/Honey process)

Wicha, the eldest son of Ching from Ching's Farm in Maneepruek, Nan, grew up learning coffee farming alongside his father. Once a former communist stronghold, Maneepruek has transformed into one of Thailand's most distinctive coffee-growing regions, creating sustainable livelihoods for both the Hmong and Lua communities.

At 1,300–1,600 m.a.s.l., Wicha continues to refine his own approach to coffee production. His farm is organically grown under natural shade, with some coffee trees over 15 years old. He carefully cultivates varieties including Java, Gesha, and Syrina — a local cultivar developed through the collaboration of Kaleb Jordan and the Maneepruek community. Today, Syrina has become one of the region's signature varieties, valued for its resilience, productivity, and distinctive cup profile.

Among the coffees we cupped at the farm, Syrina quickly became a favorite of our roasting team. We were captivated by its elegant black tea character, bright lemon peel acidity, and refined structure — qualities that beautifully express the unique terroir of Maneepruek.