Indonesia - Frinsa Estate | Natural

Drying coffee in Indonesia is challenging. High humidity and changing weather make it difficult to dry the cherries consistently and keep them from absorbing moisture again. At Frinsa, the team spreads the cherries on tarpaulins across small patios and plots whenever the weather allows, making the most of the sun and warmth.

When the weather turns, they pull the corners of the tarpaulins together, gathering the coffee into a mound and covering it with the waterproof fabric. The coffee stays bundled like this overnight as well, protecting it from moisture. While packed together, the cherries can also go through additional periods of fermentation, contributing to the final flavour.

It is a labour-intensive process that requires constant attention. By dividing different lots across small patios, the team can manage each batch carefully throughout drying.

Sweet and fruit-driven, with notes of cherry and dried fruits. The cup has a deep flavour and a full structure, with warm spice notes.