Coffee Description
The rich earthy character of a classic Sumatran coffee is beautifully balanced with deep grape, caramel, and rich purple fruit notes. A hint of black pepper and a touch of pineapple lend complexity. Sweet acidity paired with juicy body, and dark chocolate showing up in the finish. Brew, drink, repeat.
Roast Level from the Roaster
Refers to the roast level in comparison with other coffees from the roaster
Dark
Variety
Bourbon
Process
Semi-Washed
Elevation
1200-1600 masl
Region
Aceh
About Smallholder producers of the Permata Gayo cooperative of Indonesia
In 2006, coffee farmers in the Bener Meriah district formed Permata Gayo Cooperative. Their goal was to guarantee a greater level of quality and traceability for their coffees, and ultimately receive higher premiums as a result. Where once they sent their harvest from Aceh to the port of Belawan to be processed, they are now able to take them from cherry to final export right in their own facilities. This added control over each step of the process enables them to continually improve their quality while facilitating communication and direct sales.
Each year, Permata Gayo members and staff labor to strengthen internal structures and quality control. 36 villages with distinct processing centers operate through the co-op, offering ongoing challenges in consistency. However, member farmers stay well informed about market expectations, and enjoy knowing that those further down the value chain appreciate their efforts and product.
Aceh, Indonesia
Higher Grounds Coffee
Higher Grounds Coffee believes that high-quality coffee is sustainable only through a human-centric approach. They source 100% organic coffee directly through ownership of their importing co-op Cooperative Coffees, always paying well over market and fair trade minimum prices. Their coffee is meticulously cupped, profiled, and roasted with precision to bring out the best of every bean. They offer unique and tasty single-origins as well as delicious and crowd-pleasing blends.
Their dedication does not stop when the coffee hits the cup. They circle back to invest in farming communities via their nonprofit partners and through direct support of community development programs and sustainability initiatives. Whether it is school construction in Ethiopia, water projects in Chiapas, Mexico, or women's empowerment in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Higher Grounds has engaged in and supported farmer initiatives all over the world.
There are many coffee roasters to choose from, but no one does it like Higher Grounds. Their award-winning approach to sourcing and quality have earned them recognition from coast to coast.
