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Sumatra Mandheling is known for its very heavy, almost syrupy body and its low acidity. This combination makes for a smooth, velvety, yet pronounced cup of coffee. Powerful aroma. Direct and sturdy with nutty flavor.

This coffee is from the Koperasi Kopi Gayo Organic Cooperative (KKGO) located in the Takengon highlands of the Aceh province of Sumatra. This region of Indonesia is often referred to as Gayo because the coffee farmers are of the Gayonese ethnic group. Many farmers, mostly from remote villages in Takengon, are widows whose husbands were lost during periods of conflict in Aceh. Additionally, many families are still rebuilding after a large earthquake that hit them in 2013.

Most coffee is grown between 1,200 and 1,600 meters and the varietals grown are Bourbon, Catimor, and Typica in volcanic loam soil. Processing methods are wet hulled and then sun dried.

Cup characteristics: Earthy, nutty, smooth on the palate. Sturdy, pronounced but not overbearing body. This is an especially nice lot that shows care shown during preparation.