Indonesia - Sumatra Kerinci - Speciality coffee - 250g

Indonesia - Sumatra Kerinci

Coffee cultivation in Indonesia dates back to the late 17th century, the period of Dutch colonization, and has played a key role in the country's growth ever since. Today, more than 300 years later, Indonesia is one of the world's largest coffee producers, growing both Arabica and Robusta. The majority of coffee production is provided by smallholder farmers who usually cultivate less than two hectares of land. Comprised of approximately 18,000 islands, Indonesia has ten main islands that have become major coffee growing areas, each offering a unique microclimate and terroir.

Sumatra, Indonesia's westernmost island, lies on the equator and is known for its breathtaking landscapes and diverse fauna. Central Sumatra, especially the area around Kerinci Seblat National Park, is a center for exceptional coffee production. This area boasts lush tropical rainforests and is one of the last refuges of the critically endangered Sumatran tiger. The landscape here is dominated by Mount Kerinci, Indonesia's highest volcano, rising to a height of 3,800 meters. The fertile volcanic soil and high altitude of the Kerinci highlands provide ideal conditions for growing coffee. The Camintoran Cooperative, which has 162 members, is one such group of smallholder farmers in the area. This micro-lot, containing S-Lini and Caturra varieties, is produced by farmers from the villages of Palompek, Solok and Bengkolan Dua. The coffee cherries are hand-picked, pitted and dried in their skins with the remaining mucilage, a process known as "honey". Unlike the wet hulling commonly used in Sumatra, these beans are dry hulled, resulting in a distinct flavor profile.

Country of origin: Indonesia

Region: Sumatra Kerinci

Farm: Camintoran Cooperative

Farmer: Camintoran Cooperative

Altitude: 1250-1600 m.a.s.l.

Variety: S Lini, Caturra

Processing: Honey

Cupping Score: 86.5

Acidity: 3/5

Aroma: 4/5

Body: 4/5