This Sumatra Mandheling Grade 1 coffee is grown in the Gayo mountains region of Sumatra by approximately 1274 smallholder farmers working through Koperasi Pertanian (KOPTAN) cooperative, with an average farm size of 1.5 hectares. Cultivated at altitudes of 1350-1700 meters above sea level in rich volcanic soils, the coffee is planted alongside other crops including pulses, chillies, and vegetables. The varieties grown are Ateng, Tim-Tim, and S-Lini, processed using semi-washed methods. The coffee is organically grown and both Rainforest Alliance and Fairtrade certified. Flavor notes include dark chocolate, brown sugar, and red wine.
Luckie Beans is a family run roastery in Galashiels, in the Scottish Borders, operated by Jamie and Esther McLuckie for over ten years. They roast from an 18th century building in the centre of town, using a roaster fitted with a manual valve on the burners for full control over each batch. The coffees have earned thirteen Great Taste Awards from the Guild of Fine Food. Their range includes single origins from across East Africa and Latin America, two house blends named after local streets, and both Swiss Water and sugarcane process decafs. The roastery opens to the public every Wednesday.
