Java Mt. Ijen Natural Single Origin Espresso

This is Temple’s 2nd year offering Java Mt. Ijen. This is a natural processed coffee from Kevenka Coffees in Mt. Ijen, East Java. Originally, the Typica variety was introduced to the island of Java directly from Ethiopia by the Dutch in the early 19th century. Old estate Java coffees were typically Washed Processed, unlike the Wet Hulled coffees of Indonesia or Sumatra, which are known for their earthy, woodsy, and rustic flavors. Java has a long history with coffee. Brothers Kenny and Kevin Soewondo wanted to create unique and exceptional coffees, much different from the commercial coffee sector. At their mill, they can process and sort coffee by processing method and profile. Kenny focuses on the daily operations and sales, and Kevin focuses on planning and quality control. Sourced from 300-500 farmers of Mt. Ijen, the ripe cherries are dried on patios and raised beds with a 60% shade canopy for slow drying. Average drying time is 10 to 15 days for naturals, depending on the weather. Finally, they are moved to be dry milled at Kevenka, where they are checked for defects and sorted by density, screen size, and color. The high altitude and volcanic soil of Mt. Ijen contribute to its distinctive flavor profile. We chose to feature this natural processed coffee as our Single Origin Espresso because of its dense, ripe berry flavors paired with underlying floral notes, which really shine when brewed as an espresso. This coffee is a staff favorite, and we can't wait to enjoy it together again this year!