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Agro Roasters
Vancouver

Sumatra

The Mandheling region in North Sumatra, Indonesia, is renowned for its distinctive Arabica coffee production. Nestled in mountainous terrain with rich volcanic soil, the area's unique geography contributes to the exceptional quality of Mandheling coffee, known for its full body and earthy, chocolatey flavors. Beyond coffee, the region is home to diverse communities with rich cultural traditions, making Mandheling a sought-after destination for both coffee enthusiasts and those seeking a glimpse into local heritage.

This coffee is sourced from various farmers in the Mandheling region of Sumatra. The Wet-Hulled coffee processing method involves harvesting ripe coffee cherries, pulping them to remove the outer skin, and allowing the beans to ferment briefly. Following fermentation, the beans are washed to remove mucilage and then sun-dried to reduce moisture content. A distinctive feature of the Wet-Hulled process is the removal of parchment (husk) when the beans are still relatively wet, with around 30-50% moisture content.

The resulting cup reminds us of roasted sugar, cream and dark chocolate.
The Mandheling region in North Sumatra, Indonesia, is renowned for its distinctive Arabica coffee production. Nestled in mountainous terrain with rich volcanic soil, the area's unique geography contributes to the exceptional quality of Mandheling coffee, known for its full body and earthy, chocolatey flavors. Beyond coffee, the region is home to diverse communities with rich cultural traditions, making Mandheling a sought-after destination for both coffee enthusiasts and those seeking a glimpse into local heritage.

This coffee is sourced from various farmers in the Mandheling region of Sumatra. The Wet-Hulled coffee processing method involves harvesting ripe coffee cherries, pulping them to remove the outer skin, and allowing the beans to ferment briefly. Following fermentation, the beans are washed to remove mucilage and then sun-dried to reduce moisture content. A distinctive feature of the Wet-Hulled process is the removal of parchment (husk) when the beans are still relatively wet, with around 30-50% moisture content.

The resulting cup reminds us of roasted sugar, cream and dark chocolate.

Coffee origin

Country
Sumatra
Region
Mandheling
Variety
bourbon, catimor, typica
Altitude
1200 - 1700 m
Farm
Various
Producer
Various
Roast level
Medium dark
Process
washed

Tastes like

🍬
roasted sugar
🥛
cream
🍫
dark chocolate

Community reviews

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3.9 Excellent

7 Reviews

Rebecca Easton | 😍 4.5 Outstanding
Espresso
Strong rich flavour
April 4, 2024
Andrée-ann Nepveu | 😃 4.0 Excellent
Espresso
March 3, 2024
Jason | 😃 3.5 Very Good
Espresso
Strong earthy flavour. Irregular beans and bag was full crushed and shattered beans. If you like robust coffee you’ll love it. A bit too deep and smokey for me.
February 4, 2024
Ricky Gill | 😃 4.0 Excellent
Coffee maker
Strong rich taste
January 15, 2024
DJH | 😃 4.0 Excellent
French press
Haven't had a Sumatra in forever. Nice rich flavour.
December 13, 2023
Vince F | 😃 4.0 Excellent
Pour over
Strong and robust flavour. Earthy flavour, slightly woody and smoky
December 12, 2023
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