In The Cup
Most Sumatran coffees are semi washed process (wet-hulled) which largely dictates the flavour of them so it’s nice to taste a washed process to taste this unusual single variety! In this coffee we’re enjoying a thick mouthfeel with subtle fruit notes like cooked apple and raisins and sweetness that reminds us of caramel.
The Producer
Wahana Estate, situated in North Sumatra’s Sidikalang region, is one of Indonesia’s most ambitious specialty coffee farms. Founded in 2005, the estate spans close to 468–500 hectares, about 250 of which are dedicated to specialty coffee cultivation, with additional land serving as a nursery and support infrastructure.
Wahana grows a wide range of both local and introduced varieties — including Rasuna, Longberry, and experimental hybrids — each kept separate throughout processing to maintain distinctive cup profiles. Coffee is typically processed using giling basah (wet-hulling), a traditional Sumatran method that contributes to deep body, muted acidity, and earthy, herbal character.
Beyond production, Wahana places strong emphasis on sustainability and community support. The estate provides smallholder farmers with seedling material, training, organic composting, and maintains social services including housing, healthcare, and education for workers’ families. Over the years, Wahana has gained recognition for combining traditional Sumatran practices with varietal experimentation, striving for consistency, traceability, and elevated quality in its coffees.
