Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Drink Indonesian Coffee Over Other Coffees

5 reasons to drink coffee

Coffee is kind of an important drink for most people in the world. If you are one of those people, surely you can’t skip a day without a cup of coffee. But, did you know that Indonesia is one of the best coffee producing countries in the world?

Indonesia is one of the top 5 best coffee producers in the world, because the country is located in an area with a tropical climate and it is perfect for coffee cultivation. You should try their coffee from each area in Indonesia.

So, without a further do, these are top 5 reasons why you should choose Indonesian Coffee for your daily dose:

  1. Indonesian coffee has a very special taste compared to other coffees.

uvg0NB57O KoK4iv gRX x4ZfwsgBvmI8K 7K7jC524wCabic q2wMnhaDgU32FFl4sHRl5 CPQ8g02o4cgjSriGsY9952cblrr1sBV D2v 7fK9TpecD4Ond2y89oK0n8JsXLoT0MXl0oO7mfMiKaI

In fact, coffee produced by various regions in Indonesia has a distinctive and different taste. For instance, coffee from Toraja (Sulawesi, Indonesia) has tasting notes like malt, almonds, and earthy taste. Meanwhile, coffee from Mt. Kerinci (Sumatra) has tasting notes like more fruity, juicy, and strong acidity. 

  1. Indonesian coffee is produced in the tropics, which are the best areas for coffee cultivation.

Indonesia proved to have an almost ideal climate for coffee production and so plantations were established in areas of Java, Sumatra and Sulawesi as well. That is why Indonesian coffee is well-known as the best coffee producer in the world.

  1. Indonesia has special coffee, one of which is “Kopi Luwak” (Weasel Coffee).

LGgriJn5WKpWQwM0LGqEERB021np500BUZGJnEj2Ffcpzr kRxQvBsR 6YzHsUykNUXUWRKM

Luwak Coffee is the most expensive variety of coffee in the world. Why? Because this kind of coffee is extracted from the coffee beans absorbed by the Asian Weasel. With its special coffee fermentation process (from inside the weasel’s body), this coffee is convinced to have a strong taste. Fun fact,, the weasel can pick the juiciest coffee cherries! The production process which requires a lot of labour and its scarcity in the international market causes the price to be expensive. So, are you interested in trying a cup of Indonesian Kopi Luwak?

  1. Indonesia has a variety of Arabica coffee.

These are popular various Arabica coffee from Indonesia:

flWQ0 EETzc5bgZA8F7uARvwXUPbJhfiKgbMF4ggm8O0X3UEgOpvEoZt17dCvgKJi IrdeFPkea0S1iJFWnM4VgPrQspxvgVn1FNrC1NWtA1Nx4CSFHhxdKQpIrubJdXIwg bWIkpqcAybfOPhtgBc0
  • Aceh Gayo Coffee (Sumatra) is one of Indonesian Arabica coffee grown in highlands with an altitude of 1200-1700 metres above sea level, Aceh Gayo produces a watery and not too thick coffee texture with the right acidity taste. This type of coffee is very suitable to be consumed by coffee enthusiasts who do not really like too much acidic.
  • Toraja Coffee (Sulawesi, Indonesia) has tasting notes like malt, almonds, and earthy taste, meanwhile, this coffee has a fruity aroma and is not too bitter when consumed. The acidity level is also low enough that it becomes a favourite pick for those who have stomach acid problems. With these privileges, it is not surprising if this coffee has a proud feature for Indonesia. Planted in volcanic ground areas, coffee origins in this area are planted side by side with various spice plants, so it is not surprising if Toraja coffee has a fragrant and distinctive aroma.
  • Kerinci Coffee (Sumatra) has tasting notes like more fruity, juicy, and strong acidity. Kerinci is the best Indonesian Arabica Coffee variant that is cultivated at the foot of Mt. Kerinci at an altitude of 1550 metres above sea level. The taste is dominated by cinnamon, orange, and fruity flavours. This variety of coffee is very popular for a cup of espresso. Kerinci Coffee was known as the best Indonesian specialty coffee back in 2017.
  • Kintamani Coffee (Bali, Indonesia). So far, Bali is well-known for its natural beauty which has become the top world tourist destination. In addition to its natural beauty, did you know that this Island of Paradise is also famous for producing the best Arabica coffee beans? The coffee that comes from this Island of Paradise has a taste and aroma that tends to be fresh citrusy with hints of chocolate, caramel or brown sugar. This Kintamani coffee also does not have the taste or aroma of spices or spices typical of other varieties of coffee in Indonesia. This is owing to its unique cultivation process. As for the body, it tends to be medium and not too bitter with an acidic taste like oranges. This is what makes Kintamani Coffee preferred. In addition, this coffee, which has become an export commodity, also has lower caffeine levels.
  • Bajawa Coffee (Flores, Indonesia). Flores coffee is cultivated in an organic way, it means that the fertiliser used on this plant is natural without using pesticides. In a natural way, Flores coffee is able to produce a very distinctive aroma and taste. The characteristics of this coffee has a sweet sensation, a balanced or medium acidity level, the taste of caramel, chocolate, hazelnut, macadamia nuts, and even herbal flavours in it. Bajawa coffee has a medium level of body and acidity. So, this coffee is suitable for consumption by anyone because it has a mild taste.
  • Mt. Ijen Coffee (Banyuwangi, Indonesia). This kind of coffee is planted at an altitude of 1,600 to 1,700 metres above sea level. Both of these varieties have a more dominant pineapple aroma character. Processed with a honey process and roasted to a light stage, Mt. Ijen coffee has notes such as cocoa, brown sugar sweet, and maple syrup with a mid-high body and acidity.

Arabica coffee from Indonesia is popular in the world because of its authentic taste. Moreover, the territory of Indonesia is quite large, that is why each coffee plantation has its own character.

  1. Not only Arabica, but Indonesia also has a variety of Robusta coffee!

q7v11kkntOAht16cO1fFz3QWh1Q8KpfyhnrlB10q8tEzdrPLDQVEMMaE8HAlwn Uy Uln3hI1CfA6nQmpz Sb8F4l65XStxfTn72S l3vkoelBfHAJ

For instance, coffee produced from the Temanggung region (Central Java) has a different characteristic than the others. This variety of robusta coffee has a tobacco aroma with a dominant bitter taste. In fact, this kind of coffee has been exported by Indonesia to various countries such as South America, the Middle East as well as Europe.

There are still various kinds of Indonesian coffee that you should try. Go get your Indonesian coffee experience right here!

Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
Pinterest
Reddit