KUNMING – A daring fusion of Yunnan’s famed – and potentially lethal – Jianshouqing mushroom with specialty coffee has become the talk of the 9th China-South Asia Expo, drawing global attention to the region’s innovative culinary culture. The viral 'Jianshouqing Dirty' coffee, served in layered black-and-white contrast, offers adventurous drinkers earthy umami notes beneath its creamy surface.
Over 1,000 exhibitors from 85 countries and regions are participating in the Kunming event, with the Coffee Industry Pavilion emerging as a key attraction. Yunnan-grown beans now account for 98% of China’s coffee production, with exports reaching 46 countries last year. 'This expo proves Yunnan isn’t just about tea anymore,' said CGTN’s Wu Yunliu during her tasting session, noting the drink’s 'smoky, almost medicinal complexity.'
Organizers highlight the event’s role in connecting Asian producers with international buyers, particularly as climate-resilient Yunnan coffee gains traction among European roasters. The expo runs through Sunday, with business matchmaking sessions expected to drive new partnerships in sustainable agriculture.
