S-Line

History

S-Line (Selection-Line) includes the S795 and the S288 varieties.  Balehonnur Coffee Research Station in India developed S795 by crossing Kent, a Typica sub-variety with S288, which is a naturally occurring Arabica-Liberica hybrid. S-Line are widely planted in India and Indonesia.

Genetic Trait

S-Line is important for being one of the first strains of Arabica found to be resistant to coffee leaf rust disease.

Taste Profile

S-Line are generally considered as varieties with a respectable cup profile.

Want to learn more about Coffee Varieties? Read: Coffee Varieties: How To Taste Coffee By Its Variety