indonesia + sumatra coffee
Sumatra – Blue Batak
by the coffee roaster · brisbane, australia
you'll taste lemon before grapefruit. this is sumatra – blue batak, a washed indonesia + sumatra from the coffee roaster.
lemongrapefruitcitrus zestbaking spicespice
the bean
- origin
- indonesia + sumatra
- region
- sumatra
- process
- washed
- varietal
- caturra, bourbon, typica
- roast
- medium-dark
- status
- in stock
blue batak is a medium-dark roast from sumatra, indonesia, built from caturra, bourbon, and typica varieties processed using the washed method. washed processing keeps the cup clean and defined, which here means a citrus-forward profile of lemon, grapefruit, and citrus zest alongside baking spice. the medium-dark roast adds body and depth without burying those brighter notes. it suits brewing methods that highlight both body and clarity, such as french press or pour over. a good choice if you want a sumatran coffee with more lift and brightness than the earthy, heavy style the region is typically known for.
common questions
What does Sumatra – Blue Batak taste like?
blue batak leads with lemon, grapefruit, and citrus zest, rounded out by baking spice. the medium-dark roast gives it body while the washed process keeps the citrus notes clean and distinct.
How is Sumatra – Blue Batak grown and processed?
it is grown in sumatra, indonesia, using caturra, bourbon, and typica varieties, and processed using the washed method, which removes the fruit before drying to produce a cleaner, brighter cup than wet-hulled sumatran coffees.
How should I brew Sumatra – Blue Batak?
the medium-dark roast and washed processing work well with pour over to highlight the citrus notes, or french press if you want to emphasise body and spice. a medium-coarse grind and water around 93 to 96 degrees celsius is a reliable starting point.
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