Aceh Gayo Coffee Price per KG 2026: FOB & CIF Wholesale Rates
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Aceh Gayo coffee price per kg runs from $7.00 to $16.00 FOB Belawan in 2026 for green beans. Where your order lands in that range depends on three factors: grade, processing method, and volume. This guide breaks down current pricing by grade and Step 1 / Step 2 processing type, explains FOB versus CIF in plain terms, and covers the MOQ tiers ISC offers for roasters, importers, and distributors. For a full origin overview, see the Aceh Gayo coffee wholesale guide.
Last updated: April 2026
Current Aceh Gayo Coffee Price per KG (2026)
Aceh Gayo Arabica green coffee beans from the Gayo Highlands of Aceh are quoted at FOB Belawan. Prices below reflect 2026 wholesale benchmarks for orders of 300 kg and above; smaller volumes run higher per kg.
| Grade | SCA Score | FOB Price per KG | MOQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 1 Specialty (Defect value max 11) | 82–88+ points | $8.00–$16.00 | from 300 kg |
| Grade 2 Commercial (Defect value max 25) | 79–81 points | $7.00–$8.00 | from 300 kg |
Within Grade 1 Specialty, the price range is wide because processing method is the primary driver. A Semi-Washed Wet-Hulled Grade 1 lot starts at $8.00–$10.00/kg. A Wine Process Dry-Hulled Grade 1 lot reaches $16–$20/kg. The processing table in the next section covers the full breakdown.
Container-load orders of 9 MT+ are quoted separately with per-MT pricing tied to the current Arabica C market.
All grades are classified against SNI 01-2907-2008, Indonesia’s national coffee grading standard. Grade 1 requires a maximum defect value of 11 and moisture content no higher than 12.5%. Buyers sourcing for single-origin filter or pourover programs need Grade 1 Specialty. Buyers blending into espresso will find Grade 2 Commercial a practical option at a lower per-kg cost.
Gayo Coffee Price by Processing Method
Processing method is the largest price variable in Gayo coffee after grade. In Gayo, processing runs in two sequential steps: Step 1 covers what happens to the coffee cherry from picking through drying, and Step 2 covers the hulling type, meaning the moisture level at which the parchment comes off. Understanding both steps lets you specify a lot precisely and compare prices like-for-like.
The baseline for most Gayo production is Semi-Washed Wet-Hulled: Step 1 is semi-washed (pulped, fermented, rinsed) and Step 2 is wet-hulled (Giling Basah), where the parchment is removed at 35–40% moisture, then the bean is dried again to ~12–13% moisture. Natural, honey, and wine-processed lots carry premiums because of extended drying time, higher on-farm processing risk, and the selective cherry sorting each requires.
| Processing Method | Step 1 (Cherry Process) | Step 2 (Hulling Type) | FOB Price per KG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-Washed Wet-Hulled | Pulped, fermented ~12 hours, rinsed, partially dried to 35–40% moisture | Wet-Hulled (Giling Basah): hulled at high moisture, dried to ~12–13% | $8.00–$10.00 |
| Full-Washed Dry-Hulled | Pulped, fermented ~12 hours, rinsed, soaked 24 hours to remove remaining mucilage from the center cut, dried to 12–13% moisture | Dry-Hulled: parchment removed at ~12–13% moisture | $9.50–$11.00 |
| Honey Process Dry-Hulled | Pulped, dried with mucilage partially retained on parchment | Dry-Hulled | $11.00–$16.00 |
| Natural Process Dry-Hulled | Whole cherry dried 4–6 weeks on raised drying beds; full fruit contact throughout | Dry-Hulled | $11.00–$16.00 |
| Wine Process Dry-Hulled | Anaerobic fermentation for 30 days in sealed drums before the drying process; highest processing complexity | Dry-Hulled | $16.00–$20.00+ |
Wine-processed Gayo sits at the top of the price range for a specific reason: only cherries at peak Brix level qualify for the fermentation protocol, and reject rates at intake are high. The cup profile on a well-executed wine lot reads as intense fermented fruit with layered sweetness. Specialty roasters pay the premium specifically for that. Contact ISC directly for current wine-process lot availability; supply is seasonal and limited by harvest volume.
For a deeper breakdown of how each Step 1 method changes the cup profile, see ISC’s guide to coffee processing methods.
FOB vs CIF: What the Price Actually Includes
Indonesia Specialty Coffee quotes Gayo coffee at FOB Belawan as the default. FOB (Free on Board) covers everything up to loading on the vessel at Belawan port. Freight and insurance from that point are the buyer’s cost.
CIF (Cost, Insurance, and Freight) adds ocean freight and marine insurance to your destination port on top of the FOB price. CIF quotes are available on request. For a full breakdown of how these terms apply to Indonesian coffee exports, see ISC’s Incoterms for coffee trade guide.
The table below shows an estimated landed cost for a 300 kg order to two common destination ports:
| Cost Component | FOB Belawan | CIF Rotterdam (est.) | CIF Los Angeles (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aceh Gayo Grade 1 Specialty green beans | $9.50/kg | $9.50/kg | $9.50/kg |
| Ocean freight (est.) | n/a | ~$0.80/kg | ~$0.60/kg |
| Marine insurance (est.) | n/a | ~$0.05/kg | ~$0.05/kg |
| Estimated landed cost | $9.50/kg | ~$10.35/kg | ~$10.15/kg |
Destination port charges, customs duties, and import taxes are not included in either FOB or CIF. These vary by country and are always the buyer’s responsibility. If you are comparing ISC’s FOB quote against a competitor’s CIF quote, add $0.60–$0.90/kg to the ISC FOB figure for a fair comparison to most destinations.
View ISC’s current wholesale pricelist or contact our team to request a CIF quote to your port.
Wholesale Pricing Tiers and MOQ
Indonesia Specialty Coffee structures pricing in four tiers. The per-kg rate decreases as volume increases.
| Order Tier | Minimum Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sample | 1 kg | For cupping evaluation before committing to bulk |
| Microlot | 60 kg | Microlot rate |
| Wholesale | 300 kg | Volume rate |
| Container | 9 MT+ | Custom per-MT quote; tied to current Arabica C market |
For 9 MT and above, ISC provides custom per-MT pricing. Gayo Arabica FOB rates move broadly in line with the New York Arabica C terminal. Buyers placing large forward orders should monitor the ICO composite price index before locking in a price.
Most importers who source Gayo regularly time their container orders in the June–August window, during the main Gayo harvest season (May–September), when fresh-crop lots are available and pre-shipment cupping scores can be confirmed before shipment.
This is also the window where lot selection is widest. By October, the remaining stock from the main harvest has been warehoused for several months, processing options thin out, and you are effectively pricing last season’s crop.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Gayo coffee cost per kg in 2026?
Grade 1 Specialty Aceh Gayo Arabica green beans price at $8.00–$16.00 per kg FOB Belawan for 300 kg wholesale orders. The exact figure within that range depends on processing method: Semi-Washed Wet-Hulled starts at $8.00–$10.00/kg, while Wine Process Dry-Hulled lots run $16–$20/kg. Grade 2 Commercial starts at $7.00/kg.
What is the difference between FOB and CIF for Gayo coffee?
FOB Belawan covers the coffee up to loading at the Indonesian port. CIF adds international ocean freight and marine insurance to your destination port. For most routes, CIF runs $0.60–$0.90/kg above the FOB figure. Destination port charges, customs duties, and import taxes apply separately under both terms and are always the buyer’s responsibility.
What is the minimum order for wholesale Gayo coffee from ISC?
Indonesia Specialty Coffee accepts sample orders from 1 kg for roasters evaluating a new lot. Wholesale pricing applies from 300 kg. A microlot tier at 60 kg is also available. Container volumes (9 MT+) are quoted on request, with per-MT pricing tied to current Arabica C market conditions.
Does the processing method affect the Gayo coffee price per kg?
Yes. Processing method is the biggest price variable after grade. It covers two decisions: Step 1 (how the cherry is handled) and Step 2 (the hulling type). Semi-Washed Wet-Hulled is the baseline. Natural and Honey Dry-Hulled cost more due to extended drying time. Wine Process Dry-Hulled commands the highest premium due to anaerobic fermentation complexity and high cherry reject rates.
Is ISC’s Aceh Gayo coffee specialty grade?
Every Grade 1 Aceh Gayo lot from Indonesia Specialty Coffee is cupped at 82+ SCA points against the SCA cupping protocol, which qualifies as specialty grade under both SCA standards and SNI 01-2907-2008 Grade 1 classification. Individual micro-lots from higher-altitude farms regularly exceed 85+ SCA points and are sold as specialty micro-lots.
Order Gayo Coffee Beans from Indonesia Specialty Coffee
Indonesia Specialty Coffee sources Gayo Arabica directly from smallholder partner farms in Aceh Tengah and Bener Meriah, the two primary growing districts of the Gayo Highlands. Every Grade 1 lot ships at 82+ SCA cupping score, is Halal certified, and meets SNI 01-2907-2008 Specialty Grade classification.
We supply roasters and importers in all processing types: Semi-Washed Wet-Hulled (Giling Basah), Full-Washed Dry-Hulled, Natural Dry-Hulled, Honey Dry-Hulled, and Wine Process Dry-Hulled. When you place an order with ISC, we confirm both Step 1 (cherry process) and Step 2 (hulling type) on the contract. Sample orders from 1 kg are available for new buyers before committing to a bulk order.
View current pricing on the ISC wholesale pricelist, browse the Arabica Aceh Gayo product page, or contact our team to request a CIF quote to your port, confirm current lot availability by processing type, or discuss forward container pricing for the upcoming crop year.
