Bali Karana
Code: 2134/250 2134/1 2134/251 2134/2 Choose variantRelated products
Product detailed description
Producer Story
Coffee from the Karana community is part of project So So Good Coffee, which aims to elevate Indonesian coffee to a world-class level through modern approaches to processing and fermentation. As a result, these coffees improve year after year, maintain consistent quality across seasons, and allow local communities—such as Karana—to earn significantly better income than is typical in Bali.
The Karana community represents the collective effort of 377 smallholder farmers from the Kintamani region on the island of Bali. The group is deeply rooted in traditional Balinese culture and Hindu traditions, reflected in their harmonious relationship with agriculture and local heritage. Farms are located at an average altitude of 1,200 m a.s.l. and cover a total area of 477 hectares.
Sustainability lies at the heart of Karana’s approach. Farmers use composting, avoid chemical sprays, and plant shade trees to support ecological balance. In addition to coffee, they grow oranges, vegetables, and other crops, increasing biodiversity. Thanks to private donations, a new cooperative dry mill has been built, providing farmers with efficient processing facilities during and after the harvest.
The cultivated varieties are also noteworthy. S795 (also known as Jember) thrives in Bali’s volcanic soil and is valued for its resilience. The Kartika variety, although more susceptible to pests, is sought after for its exceptional flavor profile and is considered a local natural mutation of the Catuai variety.
Processing
This particular lot was processed using the washed method, which is dominant in Bali, partly due to government support for exports. The process begins with hand-picking and sorting the cherries, followed by depulping. The beans then undergo overnight fermentation in tanks.
The next day, any remaining mucilage is thoroughly washed off. The clean parchment coffee is then spread out on concrete patios to dry in the sun until it reaches optimal moisture content. This traditional and clean process allows the unique terroir of the Kintamani region to truly shine.
Additional parameters
| Category: | Coffee |
|---|---|
| Taste preference: | Fruity coffee |
| Type of preparation: | Filters |
| Země původu: | Indonésie |
Be the first who will post an article to this item!