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Sumatra Batak
Characteristic Sumatran treacle lends heft and substance to the cup, while sweet tobacco and tropical spice fill the room with their exceptional fragrance.
Last day to order: June 29
Flavor Profile
Sweet Tobacco, Teakwood, Treacle
Roast Details
Roast: Roasting is the catalyst for expressing the aroma, flavor, and individuality of a coffee through the essential, transformational application of heat.
Brightness: Acidity. Liveliness. A desirable, sharp, and pleasing sensation that heightens coffee’s flavor.
Body: The tactile impression of thickness and viscosity in the mouth, independent of taste and aroma.
Roast
Brightness
Body
Attributes
Type: Single Origin
Origin: Lintong, Sumatra
Process: Wet-Hulled
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The Story
From the lush greenery surrounding the South Lake Toba town of Lintong-nihuta comes Sumatra Batak, the best coffee of the island—though this sweet-and-spicy heavyweight has a less precise provenance than an estate coffee; it is produced only by smallholders, and its profoundly aromatic impact seems only to be sourced from the area. We feature this coffee as a single origin to delight of our Ind...
Brewing Methods
For Sumatra Batak
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Pour-over brewing is a simple way to brew a clean, bright cup. It brings out subtle nuances in coffee, particularly those with bright, sparkling flavors.
Shop Pour-OverTotal Time
~5 Minutes
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The press pot, or French Press, offers direct infusion for full-bodied coffee. It's an ideal companion for dark roasts, bringing out rich, complex flavors.
Shop French PressTotal Time
~5 Minutes