Indonesia is one of the world’s biggest coffee producers, but most people only know “Sumatra” or “Java.” Here’s a quick guide to the regions behind the cup, plus the one I can’t stop drinking: white coffee.
Grown high in the mountains of Aceh. Smooth and balanced, with fruity and chocolatey notes. A great starting point if you’re new to Indonesian coffee.
Aceh Gayo Takengon Sumatra
The classic “Sumatra” taste. Full body, low acidity, earthy and bold. Perfect if you like your coffee strong and dark.
Buy Indonesia Mandheling Berkat Lintong Sumiyaki Coffee
Rich and spicy with a slightly herbal finish. In Toraja, coffee is part of daily life and culture, not just a crop.
Kopi Toraja, Jenis Kopi di Indonesia yang
Cleaner and milder than Sumatra. Some of Indonesia’s oldest coffee estates are here.
JAVA Coffee Roasters
Brighter and more citrusy, grown near an active volcano. A good pick if you prefer lighter coffee.
Bali Kintamani (Exclusive Coffee Single Origin)
A smaller origin with a sweet, nutty, slightly floral character. Less famous, so it’s a fun one to discover.
Flores Bajawa (Exclusive Coffee Single Origin)
Rare and hard to find. Mild, sweet, and low in bitterness.
A friend in Indonesia sent me a pack of white coffee, and I haven’t stopped drinking it since. It’s roasted lighter, so it tastes smooth, creamy, and much less bitter than regular coffee. It usually comes in easy sachets, so you just add hot water. F...
Luwak White Coffee Instant Original Sachet Renceng
