Description
Gayo Natural Classic Green Beans represent the very peak of Indonesia’s Arabica offering. Grown in the fertile volcanic highlands of Aceh, especially around Takengon, Bener Meriah, and Angkup. These beans mature slowly in nutrient-rich soils at high elevation, where cool nights and warm days concentrate sugars into remarkable density. Ideal temperatures of 18–28°C and generous rainfall between 1,000–2,500 mm shape a flawless, flavour-loaded bean, and the 90+ cupping threshold means only the cleanest, most extraordinary lots ever carry this name. This is Gayo at its absolute finest, the kind of coffee that defines an origin.
The character comes from the classic natural process, the oldest and most traditional way of preparing coffee. Here the whole, ripe cherry is dried in the sun on raised beds with the fruit left fully intact around the bean. Over days of slow, carefully turned drying, the sugars and fruit character of the cherry are drawn deep into the seed. There is no pulping and no washing — the fruit itself is the flavour engine. Achieving a clean 90+ natural demands meticulous cherry selection, immaculate drying and constant attention, which is exactly why lots of this calibre are so rare.
The result is a stunning, fruit-driven cup with pristine clarity. Expect a lush aroma of ripe berries and florals, a flavour brimming with blueberry, dark chocolate and jammy stone fruit, and a refined, juicy acidity that stays clean and elegant. The body is heavy, velvety and long, layered with cocoa, floral and deep fruit undertones. With cupping scores of 90 and above, these beans reach the exceptional band of speciality grade, well beyond everyday specialty and reward light roasts that showcase the fruit, though skilled medium roasting rounds out the chocolate and body beautifully.
For roasters, speciality cafés and private-label brands seeking a true showpiece, a single origin to headline a menu or a competition, Gayo Natural Classic 90+ delivers unmatched natural sweetness, a captivating aroma and verified speciality grade cup quality at the highest level. A once-in-a-season Gayo lot for those who accept nothing but the best.
Specifications
- Available Products: Green Coffee beans
- Type: Arabica
- Screen Size: 16–19
- Moisture: Max 12%
- Defect Value: Max 3
- Cupping Score: 90+
- Crop Year: 2026
- Bag Size: 60 KG
- Packaging: GrainPro Liner
Characteristics
- Fragrance/Aroma: Lush ripe berry and floral aromatics with intense fruited sweetness
- Flavour: Deep and refined, with blueberry, dark chocolate and jammy stone fruit
- Acidity: Refined, juicy, elegant
- Body: Heavy, velvety, long
Description Scheme
- Time from Flowers to Be Berry: 8–9 Months
- Production (Kg/Ha): 800 to 1500
- Optimal Temperature: 18 to 28°C
- Optimal Rainfall: 1000 to 2500 mm
- Altitude: 1400 to 1800 m above sea level (asl)
- Soil Type: Fertile volcanic soil rich in micronutrients
- Country of Origin: Indonesia
- Production Areas: Aceh (Takengon, Bener Meriah, Angkup, Sukarame, Bies, Jagung, Sabun, Pondokbaru)
- Caffeine Content: 0.8 to 1.4%
- Form of Seeds: Flat with a clear central line
- Character Stew: Refined juicy acidity, blueberry, dark chocolate, floral, with a heavy velvety body
- Method of Harvest: Manual selective harvesting (cherry-sorted)
- Processing Method: Natural Process (Dry/Classic)
