Located in Alishan of Chiayi County, Zou Zhou Yuan is perhaps the most famous of all Taiwanese coffee farms. Owner Cheng-Lun Fang comes from a family of tea and moth orchid farmers and is a member of the Aboriginal Zou Tribe. As certified Q-graders, he and his wife grow many varieties of coffee seedlings in his nursery and spend time cupping individual trees to carefully select every single tree planted in his farm. He believes if Taiwan cannot compete with other coffee origins in quantity, then we shall excel in quality.
Zou Zhou Yuan’s Signature Alishan Gesha Natural relies on an ultra-precise, cold-chain greenhouse approach. Instead of traditional open-sun drying, producer Fang Cheng-Lun treats the processing like a laboratory science to preserve the delicate Gesha florals while maximizing sweetness.
Notes: Floral, Citrus, Sweet Orange, Peach, Jasmine, Lychee, Orange Blossom, Lemon, Jasmine Floral, Mandarin Orange, White Pomelo
Taiwanese Specialty Coffee Excellence & Indigenous Heritage
Zou Zhou Yuan Coffee Estate is an award-winning, premium specialty coffee producer located in the Alishan mountain range of Chiayi County, Taiwan. Founded and managed by Fang Cheng-Lun (widely recognized as the "Alishan Coffee Prince"), the estate is a vertically integrated, seed-to-cup operation that merges innovative agricultural science with the rich cultural heritage of Taiwan's indigenous Tsou tribe. Zou Zhou Yuan is a global benchmark for Taiwanese specialty coffee, consistently securing top honors in national and international cupping competitions.
Location & Elevation: Leyé Village, Alishan, Chiayi County, Taiwan; 1,200 to 1,400 meters above sea level.
Terroir Advantages: High diurnal temperature variation, persistent mountain mists, and nutrient-rich soil conditions. These factors promote prolonged cherry maturation, resulting in dense beans with complex, bright acidity and intense floral and fruit profiles.
Competitive Achievements & Market Recognition
Cup of Excellence (COE) Taiwan: Consistently secures top-tier placements, including a 3rd Place finish in COE Taiwan 2024 for a Natural Geisha lot (scoring 90.97 points).
International Benchmarks: Regularly featured on global specialty coffee ranking platforms (such as Coffee Review Top 50), securing high-90s scores that rival elite international origins.
Industry Representation: Serves as a primary representative of Taiwan's specialty coffee sector at international trade expos, coffee summits, and global diplomatic events.
Zou Zhou Yuan actively collaborates with global green coffee buyers, boutique roasters, hospitality brands, and cultural institutions. Partnership frameworks include:
Micro-Lot Green Coffee Sourcing: Direct-trade procurement of competition-grade micro-lots and experimental fermentations.
B2B Roasted Coffee Supply: Premium supply solutions for high-end corporate accounts, luxury hospitality, and specialty retail.
Origin Tours & Educational Exchange: Technical exchange programs focused on high-altitude processing and agricultural innovation for industry professionals.
