Organic Sumatran
Bulk Pricing (5lb Bags)
Organic Sumatran coffee is only available to purchase in 5 lb increments.
Wholesale Organic Sumatran - Fair Trade Mandheling Coffee for Cafes
Tasting Notes: Very full body with concentrated flavor, garnished with herbal nuances and spicy finish. Low acidity with richness that lingers. Strong cedar notes, balanced, sweet tobacco, winey, spicy, and chocolate characteristics.
Why Cafes Choose This Certified Coffee
Organic Sumatran Mandheling offers cafes Fair Trade certified coffee from the lofty volcanic slopes of Mount Leuser in the Batak region of west-central Sumatra, grown at altitudes of 2,500 to 5,000 feet. This relatively rare coffee provides exceptional quality with meaningful social impact, supporting cooperatives that invest in environmental education and women's empowerment programs.
Fair Trade Impact & Women's Empowerment:
- Sourced from KSU Adil Wiladah Mabrur and Koperasi Gayo Mandiri cooperatives
- Fair Trade premiums purchase agricultural tools (weed cutters, machetes, shovels, saws)
- Investment in environmental education (erosion, soil conservation, waste disposal)
- Women's empowerment programs supporting pregnancy and medical needs
- Hiring women for manufacturing work in processing facilities
- Training in financial management for women members
Origin & History
Sumatra is the second largest island of the Republic of Indonesia. Coffee trees were originally brought to Indonesia in the early 19th century by the Dutch who sought to break the world-wide Arabic monopoly on coffee cultivation. Within a few years, Indonesian coffee dominated the world's coffee market. Despite disease and World War II devastation, coffee trees were successfully replanted and continue to produce exceptional quality.
The natural drying method used in production results in the very full body with concentrated flavor that Sumatran coffee is famous for worldwide.
Brewing Recommendations for Cafes
- French Press: 1:15 ratio, 4 minutes - maximizes full body and brings out cedar and chocolate notes
- Drip/Batch Brew: 1:16 ratio, 200°F - consistent, rich cups with low acidity
- Espresso: 18-20g dose, 1:2 ratio - creates syrupy, full-bodied shots with herbal complexity
- Cold Brew: 1:8 ratio, 16-18 hours - smooth, sweet with pronounced chocolate characteristics
Coffee Details
- Region: Mount Leuser, Batak region, West-Central Sumatra
- Altitude: 2,500-5,000 feet
- Process: Natural drying method
- Certifications: Organic, Fair Trade (FTO)
- Cooperatives: KSU Adil Wiladah Mabrur, Koperasi Gayo Mandiri
- Body: Very full
- Acidity: Low
Wholesale Ordering & Custom Roasting
Available in 5 lb bags and larger bulk quantities. Every order is custom roasted to your specifications - we roast Monday through Friday and most orders ship the same or next business day for maximum freshness.
Wholesale Benefits:
- Competitive bulk pricing for cafes and foodservice operations
- Organic & Fair Trade certifications add premium menu value
- Supports women's empowerment and environmental programs
- Full body and low acidity appeal to broad customer base
- Free shipping available on qualifying orders
Contact us for volume pricing. Organic Sumatran is the certified coffee that delivers exceptional quality while supporting women's empowerment and environmental sustainability.
