Sumatra: Wet Process Barokah Bersama Coop

This coffee comes from the Barokah Bersama Cooperative in Gunung Tujuh area ("gunung" means hill), a higher elevation coffee zone around Mount Kerinci in Jambi Province. Barokah are a relatively new cooperative of farmers, who have quickly made their mark with consistently high quality coffees, and a suite of process types. They have taken an interest in going beyond the traditional wet-hulled process, incorporating dry process, honey process and wet processing to their repertoire. This is their fully-washed coffee, meaning they are pulping, fermenting immediately and moving wet parchment straight to the drying beds after rinsing away the remaining fruit. A much gentler process for the coffee resulting in a cleaner flavor profile than the wet-hulled counterpart, almost no earth tones at all, and acidity that's normally lacking in Sumatran coffee. The farms in this area are planted in mostly Ateng (cross of Timor Hybrid and Bourbon) and benefit from the high slopes, situated between 1400 - 1500 meters above sea level. This is another beautiful Farm Gate coffee.

Cupping Notes: pecan pie cooked with brown sugar and cinnamon, and a restrained Thai basil overlay

Brew Recommendations: Drip, French press, pour over

Farm Gate Coffee: Farmers paid at least 50% above Fair Trade

Varietals: Ateng, Jember, Tim Tim

Region: Gunung Tujuh, Kerinci

Process: Wet processed (washed) and cover sun-dried

Altitude: 1400 -1500 meters

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Sourced from the Gunung Tujuh region of Jambi Province, this Sumatra: Wet Process Barokah Bersama Coop offering highlights the meticulous work of the Barokah Bersama Cooperative. Grown at elevations between 1400 and 1500 meters, this lot features the Ateng varietal, a plant widely recognized for its adaptability and productivity in Indonesian climates. By utilizing a washed processing method, the producers emphasize a clean cup profile that allows the roaster, Keia & Martyn's Coffee, to showcase distinct notes of pecan pie, brown sugar, cinnamon, and Thai basil.

While washed coffees are often celebrated for their clarity and acidity, the specific terroir of Kerinci contributes a unique character to the final brew. Enthusiasts looking to better understand these flavor descriptors can reference the flavor wheel to explore how these savory and sweet elements interact within the cup. This selection serves as a compelling example of the diversity found within Indonesian coffee production.