Produced by a cooperative of approximately 120 small farm holders from the village of Saran Padang, located south of Lake Toba within the Simalungun Region of Sumatra, this darker roasted coffee boasts a vibrant chocolate, caramel, and molasses cup.
The local farmlands here are well suited for the growing of coffee (and tea) due to the wet climate, high altitude and mineral rich, volcanic soil that covers much of the Island. This coffee is the highest grade of specialty coffee available from Sumatra: certified Grade 1, TP (Triple Picked), meaning it has been rigorously sorted by hand to remove any natural defects and ensure the best quality lots. Traditionally Grade 1 was the best possible grade of Sumatran coffee, however growth within the specialty industry and requests from specialty purveyors for even cleaner cups has resulted in the adoption of “double picked” and “triple picked” certifications to further enhance grading. At the mill, growers combine their yields and mill operators are then able to adhere to strict specifications on defects and bean size to provide the best quality Sumatran cups. Each farm averages 2.7 acres with elevations ranging from 2,500 – 5,000 ft above sea level.
