Bali Blue Moon Organic

Medium-dark roast. One of our most popular coffees -- Bali Blue Moon offers earthy, rich notes of molasses and plum as well as a full, velvety body. Among the archipelago nation of Indonesia lies it's hidden jewel, the island of Bali. The eruption of the Volcano Gunung Agung in 1963 caused a delay in the progress of coffee cultivation in Bali. In response to this setback the government enacted programs in the 1970's and 1980's to rejuvenate coffee growth. Today the growing area for coffee in Bali is 7500 hectares. The Kintimani highlands, where most of the coffee is grown, sits atop a large volcanic plateau and the mostly Bourbon and Typica coffee trees are shaded by Tangerine and Orange trees. The use of pesticides is prohibited on Bali and all fertilizers are 100% organic. Process: Wet-hulled.  Altitude: 1200-1700 masl.

Sourced from the Kintimani highlands of Indonesia, the Bali Blue Moon Organic is a distinct expression of the Bourbon varietal. This lot is prepared using the traditional wet-hulled process, a technique often associated with the region that can contribute to a unique body and profile. As detailed in our processing methods explainer, this method is distinct from washed or natural techniques and is a hallmark of Indonesian coffee production.

Roasted by Beanstock Coffee, this selection highlights notes of molasses and plum. While individual profiles vary, wet-hulled coffees are frequently noted for their heavy body and earthy complexity. To better understand how these specific descriptors fit into a broader sensory experience, we recommend consulting the flavor wheel. Grown at elevations between 1200 and 1700 masl, this coffee offers a focused look at the terroir of the Indonesian archipelago.