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Introduction to Java Island

Java is an Indonesian island located southeast of Malaysia and Sumatra, south of Borneo (Kalimantan), and west of Bali. Although Java is only the fourth largest island of the Republic of Indonesia, it contains more than half of the country's population and holds a dominant position both politically and economically.

Surrounded by seas on all sides, Java Island has a tropical rainforest climate with no seasonal changes between cold and hot. The average annual temperature ranges from 25-27 degrees Celsius with abundant rainfall. These exceptional natural conditions allow tropical plants to thrive densely on the island, with vegetation remaining evergreen year-round and rich coffee production.

Java is located in an earthquake zone, and multiple volcanic earthquakes have created extremely fertile planting soil in the Java region, creating favorable conditions for coffee cultivation.

History of Java Coffee

Beginning in 1711, Indonesian coffee started supplying the European market. At that time, Indonesia was the first country outside Africa and Arabia to grow coffee on a large scale. In the 1780s, it became the world's largest coffee exporter. The reputation of Java coffee began here.

Most Java coffee is controlled by the Indonesian government, but this particular Java coffee comes from independent small-scale coffee farmers in East Java.

Java Island began growing coffee in low-altitude areas in the late 17th century. In the 19th century, leaf rust disease attacked Java coffee, significantly affecting both yield and quality.

Fortunately, this disaster drove coffee farmers to start growing coffee at higher altitudes. The fertile volcanic soil and high elevation greatly improved coffee quality.

Although the Indonesian government controls most Java coffee production and promotes single-variety coffee cultivation, some independent small-scale coffee farmers in the Ijen Plateau region of East Java grow different varieties, primarily S795.

They also plant trees such as avocado, coral tree, silk tree, and leucaena as shade trees.

Flavor Profile

Flavor description: Smooth and rich mouthfeel with herbal, ginseng, smoked plum, and tropical fruit flavors.

Indonesia's unique processing method - wet-hulling - creates a thick, viscous texture that is deeply loved by Chinese coffee enthusiasts.

Mocha Java Coffee Beans

Out of personal curiosity, I mixed Yemen Mocha and Java in a 1:1 ratio to create authentic Mocha Java. It combines Yemen's natural processed flavors with Java's washed style - somewhat similar to Mandheling's semi-washed feeling, yet distinct. The acidity is particularly interesting; due to the blending, Yemen Mocha's acidity is reduced. However, the grassy texture and form remain, giving it a light feeling. As for Java's acidity, it remains hidden in the background, like condensed energy waiting to be released. The combined sensation of both is like Huang Yaoshi's Five Elements Palm technique - light and agile yet substantial and heavy, both unified as one.

Java Coffee Bean Brand Recommendations

The Indonesian honey-processed West Java coffee beans roasted by FrontStreet Coffee offer excellent guarantees in both brand and quality. More importantly, they provide exceptional value - a 100-gram package costs around 250 yuan. Calculating at 15 grams per single-origin coffee serving, one package can make 6 cups of coffee, with each cup costing only 40-50 yuan. Compared to café prices that often exceed 100 yuan per cup, this represents extremely high value for money.

FrontStreet Coffee: A roastery in Guangzhou with a small shop but diverse bean varieties, where you can find both famous and lesser-known beans. They also provide online shop services at https://shop104210103.taobao.com

Important Notice :

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FrontStreet Coffee Address: 315,Donghua East Road,GuangZhou

Tel:020 38364473