Bakers chocolate, molasses, vanilla, sweet with light acidity and body.

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Organic Flores Bajawa Ngura "Komodo Dragon"

This blend of Catimor, Timor, Typica varietals is grown in the town of Bajawa in the Ngada District, Flores at altitudes between 4026 and 5029 feet asl. The cherries are wet hulled and patio dried. The island of Flores was first discovered by the Portuguese in the early 15th century. Within Ngada, coffee is grown on an estimated 6000 hectares of which 90% is Arabica coffee. Coffee tree varieties include a high percentage of S795 Flores, Typica, Catimor and Timor hybrids with shade trees such as Bamboo and Juria varietal. All coffee is grown and processed by a cooperative organized by the farmers. There are now 12 different coops in Bajawa all working together, to produce wonderful coffee with smooth body and overwhelming, syrupy chocolate flavours.

Historic Coffee Heritage

The island of Flores was first discovered by the Portuguese in the early 15th century. The Ngada district is where most coffee is grown, located on the slopes of the Inerie Volcano.

• 6000 hectares - Extensive premium coffee cultivation
• 350 tons annually - Substantial high-quality production
• Historic Indonesian coffee - Authentic Flores terroir
• Premium coffee - Exceptional quality standards

Exceptional Growing Conditions

This Typica variety coffee is grown at optimal altitudes between 4,026 and 5,029 feet, ensuring the perfect conditions for developing complex flavors:

• Flores, Typica, Catimor and Timor-varietals - Classic, premium coffee cultivar
• 4,026 to 5029 feet altitude - Ideal elevation for flavour development
• Indonesian terroir - Unique volcanic soil benefits
• Flores cultivation - Traditional growing methods
• Organic-High-quality production - Consistent excellence standards

Meticulous Processing Excellence

The Komodo Dragon coffee undergoes careful processing that ensures exceptional quality from harvest to cup:

Harvest & Processing

• May through October harvest - Peak season selection
  
• Carefully handpicked - Selective quality harvesting
• Wet hulled process - Clean, bright flavour development
• Sun dried on patios - Traditional drying methods
• Premium processing standards - Quality at every step

Rich Flavor Profile

The cup delivers a sophisticated flavor experience with notes of bakers, dark chocolate, molasses and vanilla:

• Dark chocolate - Rich, luxurious base notes
• Molasses - sweet and syrupy
• Hints of vanilla - Sweet and creamy
• Sun dried - Clean, intense flavour
  
• Indonesian terroir - Unique regional characteristics

Perfect Brewing Applications

This premium Indonesian coffee excels in brewing methods that highlight its chocolate and spice character:

• Pour-over methods - Showcases dark chocolate and molasses
• French press - Emphasizes rich sweetness
• Drip coffee - Classic preparation for balanced cup
• Cold brew - Enhances chocolate and vanilla
• Espresso - Concentrated chocolate complexity

What Makes Kayumas Estate Special?

The Kayumas Estate represents the pinnacle of Indonesian coffee heritage, combining over a century of expertise with ideal growing conditions. This historic coffee plantation produces premium single-origin coffee that showcases the best of Java's coffee tradition through careful cultivation of Typica variety beans and meticulous washed processing.

Brewing Recommendations

For the best Java estate coffee experience:

• Grind size - Medium for pour-over, medium-coarse for French press
• Water temperature - 195-205°F
• Brew ratio - 1:15 to 1:17
• Extraction time - 4-6 minutes for optimal dark chocolate and cinnamon notes

Why Choose Java Kayumas Estate?

This historic Indonesian coffee from our Vault collection offers an authentic taste of Java's coffee heritage with extraordinary dark chocolate, cinnamon and nougat complexity. Perfect for coffee enthusiasts who appreciate premium estate coffee with over 120 years of tradition, delivering a sophisticated cup that showcases the unique character of Typica variety beans grown at optimal altitude and processed with meticulous care on one of Java's most prestigious estates.

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