Aged Sumatra Blue Batak - 12oz Whole Bean

 Aged Sumatra Blue Batak REGION: Lake Toba PROCESS: Fully Washed & Aged CULTIVAR:  Catimor and Typica ROAST: LIGHT  Historically aging was a normal part of coffees journey from seed to cup. In the sixteenth century, coffee destined for European coffee houses from the Yemen port of Mocha embarked on a long journey around the Southern tip of Africa. During this journey the extended exposure to wood, humidity and salt air would imbue a distinct character in the coffee which at that time was considered a desirable and sought after attribute, rather than a defect. In recent years, the allure of aged coffees have begun to reemerge with producers, importers and roasters alike. Intentionally aging coffee in order to replicate this old world flavor.  Aging green (unroasted) coffee with excellent results requires a great deal of knowledge, patience and of course great coffee to start with. Our Sumatra Aged Blue Batak, started its journey as the finest semi washed processed Catimor & Typi