Ateng

Ateng is a Catimor-group variety widely grown in Sumatra and across Indonesia, its name a local reference to Aceh province. Carrying robusta-derived rust resistance and high yields, it became dominant in Sumatran smallholder plots after rust pressure, and combined with the regional wet-hulling process it contributes to the heavy-bodied, earthy, low-acid profile typical of Sumatran coffee.

At a glance

• Scientific name: Coffea arabica × canephora (Catimor-type)
• Parent varieties: Catimor
• Flavor: Heavy, earthy, low-acid — classic Sumatran character.
• Aroma: Earthy, herbal.
• Disease resistance: High (rust)
• Cup potential: Good