Indonesian Coffee “West Blue Java” 250g

Indonesian Coffee “West Blue Java”

Origin and Plantation
This West Java coffee originates from the Sunda region, near the city of Badung. Although it is one of the oldest coffee-growing areas on Java, very few coffee bushes remain in this region today. Most of the coffee grown in Indonesia is produced in the eastern part of the country, often on state-operated plantations. In contrast, the west is primarily dedicated to cultivating rice, onions, carrots, and cabbage for local markets, with only a small number of farmers maintaining coffee cultivation. This coffee is grown at altitudes ranging from 1,400 to 1,550 metres, with the beans being carefully hand-selected from various varieties and then washed to enhance their purity.

Character and Taste
West Blue Java offers a distinctive flavour, quite different from other Java coffees, due to its wet processing and unique growing conditions. While the earthy undertones typical of Indonesian coffees are present, they are much more subtle in this coffee compared to its eastern counterparts. Instead, it delights with a smooth, full body and a rare sweetness, rarely found in Indonesian coffees. A gentle hint of chocolate adds depth to this exceptional sweetness, creating a harmonious and distinctive cup.

Particularities
All Arabica coffee in Indonesia is hand-picked, whether from small family farms or larger plantations. More than 90% of coffee in the country comes from farms averaging around one hectare in size. Indonesia is also known for its unique production of Kopi Luwak, where ripe coffee cherries are eaten by civet cats. The cherries’ outer skins are digested, and the beans are excreted, collected, washed, and dried to create this rare and sought-after coffee.