Description
Natural processed Sumatran from Pendi farm in Kute.
Sweet. Juicy. Complex. Berry notes | raw sugars | balanced with a sweet boozy butterscotch finish
Pendi, a dedicated coffee producer in Sumatra, cultivates exceptional coffee on a farm situated in Kute Panang at an altitude of 1,500 meters above sea level. While the wet-hulled, or giling basah, method is the most prevalent coffee processing technique in Indonesia, Pendi has opted for the natural process with this lot of Ateng Super green coffee. This innovative approach highlights the coffee's complex flavor profile, characterized by vibrant fruit notes and a syrupy body.
Ateng Super, the varietal featured in this coffee, is a local favorite with a lineage tracing back to the Timor Hybrid. This unique line originated from a single dwarf tree discovered on a farm in Aceh Tengah, valued for its compact size and remarkable yield. Its ability to begin producing crops just one year after planting has made it a practical choice for farmers seeking quicker returns on their investments.
Sumatra's coffee heritage dates back to the 17th century when the Dutch East India Company first introduced coffee plants to Indonesia. The island, renowned for its lush biodiversity and diverse microclimates, hosts farms typically ranging from 0.5 to 2.5 hectares. These small-scale farms are part of a broader network of collectors, processors, traders, and exporters that connect local producers to the global coffee market.
In regions like Kute Panang, farmers and producers have embraced the natural processing method as an alternative to the traditional wet-hulled approach, diversifying their offerings. Once ripe cherries are harvested, they are meticulously sun-dried on plastic sheets or specialized containers over three to four weeks, depending on weather conditions. Frequent turning of the cherries ensures even drying and prevents mold or rot. Given the challenges posed by Indonesia’s humid climate, such natural process lots are rare and highly prized.
Sumatran coffee is graded by quality based on the number of defects found in a 300-gram sample of unroasted beans. Grade 1 TP, the highest grade, signifies triple-picked coffee with fewer than five defects. Grade 1 DP, or double-picked, allows for up to nine defects. For unmarked Grade 1 coffee, fewer than eleven defects are acceptable. The grading system spans six levels, emphasizing the meticulous sorting and quality control integral to Indonesia's coffee industry.
Prominent Indonesian coffee regions include Aceh, North Sumatra, South Sulawesi, West Java, Bali, and Flores. Java holds historical significance as a key player in spreading coffee cultivation across the archipelago, while regions like Bali represent newer coffee-growing areas, often focused on small-batch production.
Geography: Aceh Tengah, Sumatra
Altitude: 1,500 masl
Producer: Pendi Farms
Variety: Ateng Super
Processing: Natural
