MEDIUM ROAST

10oz. whole bean coffee

Semi-Washed Process

Flavor
Heavy body and low acidity with baker’s chocolate, molasses, and herbal spice. Perfect for those seeking an intense, creamy cup of coffee.

Info
Bajawa is a town in the Ngada district of Flores, one of the major islands in Indonesia’s Lesser Sunda archipelago. Sourced from family-owned farms located on the fertile slopes of the Inerie volcano, this coffee carries the name “Komodo Dragon” as a tribute to the world’s largest lizard, which is endemic to Flores and the neighboring Komodo Island. Coffee production here closely mirrors the “coffee garden” style seen in other parts of Indonesia, where coffee grows in volcanic soils at high altitudes (1,200 to over 1,500 meters) alongside shade trees. This combination of nutrient-rich volcanic terrain and high elevation creates a dense bean capable of developing intense sweetness and body. Unlike the large estates found elsewhere, these smallholders focus on meticulous hand-selection of ripe cherries, ensuring a cup that is surprisingly clean for this processing style.

Once harvested, the coffee is processed using the traditional Indonesian semi-washed, wet-hulling method. The fruit is depulped and briefly fermented while the bean is still high in moisture. This unique exposure to the elements during drying is what gives this coffee and its famous cousins from Sumatra its signature heavy body, low acidity, and deep, earthy tones. The result is a bold, thick cup that captures the wild spirit of the volcanic island it calls home.