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Sumatra Aceh Takengon

Roasted by Per'La Specialty Roasters

This medium roast coffee from Sumatra features notes of dark chocolate, grapefruit, and earthy cedar.

Sumatra Aceh Takengon — Per'La Specialty Roasters
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From the roaster

Sumatra Aceh Takengon

Roast Level: Medium

Tasting Notes: Dark Chocolate, Grapefruit, Earthy, Cedar

Farm: Various Small Growers 

Region: Aceh Province 

Process: Semi-Washed

Altitude: 900-1500 MASL

Species: 100% Arabica

Varietals: Various

Discover the rich flavors of our Sumatra Aceh Takengon medium roast coffee, sourced from small growers in Sumatra, Indonesia. With notes of dark chocolate, grapefruit, and earthy cedar, this semi-washed Arabica offers a unique profile. Grown at altitudes of 900-1500 MASL, it embodies Sumatran craftsmanship. Indulge in the earthly complexity with every sip.

— Per'La Specialty Roasters

Context

Sourced from the Aceh Province of Indonesia, the Sumatra Aceh Takengon is a testament to the traditional cultivation practices of various small growers in the region. This coffee is processed using the semi-washed method, a technique often associated with the unique, full-bodied profiles characteristic of Indonesian coffees. By understanding the nuances of processing methods, one can better appreciate how this specific approach influences the final cup, which features distinct notes of dark chocolate, grapefruit, earthy undertones, and cedar.

Offered by Per'La Specialty Roasters, this lot reflects the diverse agricultural landscape of the Aceh region, where coffee is grown at elevations ranging from 900 to 1500 masl. For those looking to further explore the complexities of such profiles, referencing a flavor wheel can be an invaluable tool in identifying the interplay between the deep, woody notes and the bright, citrus acidity present in this particular selection.

Buy — $20 from Per'La Specialty Roasters

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Sumatra Aceh Takengon grown?

Sumatra Aceh Takengon, roasted by Per'La Specialty Roasters, is sourced from Sumatra Mandheling, Indonesia.

What does Sumatra Aceh Takengon taste like?

Expect tasting notes of Dark Chocolate, Grapefruit, Earthy, and Cedar.

How is Sumatra Aceh Takengon processed?

Sumatra Aceh Takengon uses the Semi-Washed process.

What roast level is Sumatra Aceh Takengon?

It is roasted to a medium level.

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