Indonesia Sumatra Bener Meriah Honey
Overview
Sourced from the Bener Meriah central highlands of Sumatra, this micro-regional selection highlights the unique potential of Indonesian honey processing. We tasted a deep, fruit-forward profile characterized by notes of ripe plum and sweet dates, balanced by a substantial nutty foundation. The cup exhibits a heavy, creamy texture and a gentle, low-toned acidity, offering a departure from traditional wet-hulled profiles in favor of enhanced clarity and sweetness. This lot represents a refined expression of Gayo Highland terroir, processed with meticulous care to ensure consistency for specialty roasters.
About the coffee
Traceability Information About the lot
- Origin Indonesia
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Region
Sumatra
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Subregion
Bener Meriah
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Botanical Species
Arabica
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Process
Honey
- Growing Altitude 1200 - 1600 masl
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Grade
G1
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Bag Type
GrainPro or Similar
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Bag Weight
60 kg
Indonesia
Indonesia is defined by the unique Wet-Hulled process (Giling Basah). These structured, high-volume lots deliver profound earthiness, deep savory notes, and a signature heavy, creamy body that dominates the cupping profile.
Harvest & Shipping Calendar
Harvest: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Shipping: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
About Sumatra
Sumatra is the largest coffee-producing island in the Indonesian archipelago, known for its rugged tropical terrain and fertile volcanic earth. The Gayo Highlands, encompassing Bener Meriah and Aceh Tengah, provide the ideal high-altitude environment for Arabica cultivation. The region is characterized by consistent rainfall and a humid climate, which heavily influences the traditional and experimental processing methods used by local smallholders. Sumatra coffees are pillars of specialty menus, prized for their heavy mouthfeel and complex aromatic profiles.
Annual Rainfall: 2000-3000 mm
Temperature: 15-25 °C