Word
micro lot
Phoneticsmi·cro·lot
US/ˈmaɪkroʊˌlɑːt/
UK/ˈmaɪkrəʊˌlɒt/
Definition
n. a small batch of coffee beans that come from one specific farm or even one single field, known for having a unique and high-quality flavor
n. a specialty coffee classification referring to a limited harvest sourced from a specific farm, plot, or altitude, characterized by distinct flavor profiles and superior quality scores.
Examples
“I bought a bag of micro-lot coffee from a small farm in Brazil.”
“The barista recommended the new micro-lot because it has unique notes of jasmine and honey.”
“By sourcing this exclusive micro-lot, the roastery emphasizes traceability while rewarding the producer for their meticulous processing techniques.”
Examples
simple
“I bought a bag of micro-lot coffee from a small farm in Brazil.”
contextual
“The barista recommended the new micro-lot because it has unique notes of jasmine and honey.”
complex
“By sourcing this exclusive micro-lot, the roastery emphasizes traceability while rewarding the producer for their meticulous processing techniques.”
Real-World Examples
“Across four exclusive micro-lots totalling 46kg, the auction achieved a weighted average price of US$1,930.26/kg.” “One of these terms is micro lot, which is used by many members of the coffee industry to refer to small, exclusive, and traceable lots of coffee.” Etymology
Derived from the Greek 'mikros' meaning small, and the English 'lot' referring to a set of items. It emerged in the specialty coffee industry during the early 21st century.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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