Aceh Gayo Coffee

Hello all friends
On this occasion I would like to introduce authentic Gayo coffee.

Alhamdulillah, September 13, 2024, as usual my routine activity is as a Telecommunication Tower survey team. and this month coincidentally my survey schedule is to the Delung Tue tower, Bukit District, Bener Meriah Regency, Aceh Province, Indonesia.

The most amazing thing here, where all the coffee plants around our tower have all borne fruit abundantly,and will soon be ready to be harvested. and I tried to take some pictures.

The tree trunk is not very tall, only around 120 cm, but it already bears very abundant fruit. It is estimated that the age of the plant is approximately 1 year.

This is me taking a selfie in a squatting position.

A little explanation below about Gayo Coffee;

Gayo Coffee is one of the most expensive and high-quality coffees in the world. This is because of the uniqueness and taste of Gayo Coffee that feels very fitting on the tongue. Curious about Gayo Coffee? Check out the explanation below.

"Characteristics of Gayo Coffee"

The pleasure of Gayo Coffee begins with its strong and distinctive taste. Gayo Coffee is not bitter, has low acidity, and offers a slight hint of sweetness. This is why Gayo Coffee is often used as a blend for various house blend coffees.

Gayo Coffee grows best at an altitude of 1,000 meters above sea level. However, it also has a unique trait where the plantation’s altitude influences its flavor. The differences in plantation elevation can actually affect the taste of Gayo Coffee. On one hand, this makes the taste inconsistent, but on the other hand, it gives Gayo Coffee its own uniqueness. In terms of flavor, Gayo Coffee offers a nutty, buttery touch with a fragrant spice aroma.

"Gayo Coffee Quality is World-Recognized"

The quality of Gayo Coffee has been recognized worldwide as the best coffee, with an official quality certification issued in 2010. Moreover, farmers are currently cultivating three varieties of Gayo Coffee: Gayo 1, Gayo 2, and P88, which have also been acknowledged globally as the best coffee.

"Various Types of Gayo Coffee"

Gayo Coffee has several types, including:

- Bergendal

Bergendal is a type of Gayo Coffee that belongs to the Arabica variety. The name "Bergendal" comes from Dutch, with "Berg" meaning mountain and "Dal" meaning valley. This coffee is grown in the plantations of Bener Meriah, Aceh, at an altitude of 1,200 to 1,500 meters above sea level. It has a slightly fruity taste with herbal and spicy notes and low acidity.

- Rambung

Rambung Coffee is a type of Gayo Coffee that has the largest beans among other Arabica coffees grown in the Gayo region. This variety grows quickly and requires more land for cultivation.

- Sidikalang

Another type of Gayo Coffee is Sidikalang Coffee. This coffee grows at an altitude of 1,500 meters above sea level and has a long lifespan when properly cared for and processed.

- Lini Ethiopia

As part of Gayo Coffee, Lini Ethiopia Coffee offers varying tastes depending on where it’s grown. However, Lini Ethiopia is essentially an Arabica coffee variety that first arrived in Indonesia in 1928.

- Timtim Arabusta

This type of Gayo Coffee is a crossbreed between Arabica and Robusta, initially planted in East Timor. After the 1980s, Timtim Arabusta was brought to the highlands of Aceh, where it was further developed.

The Best Ways to Enjoy Gayo Coffee

There are several ways you can try to enjoy Gayo Coffee, such as using the V60 or pour-over technique, a French press, or even using a Vietnam drip or an AeroPress. Essentially, Gayo Coffee already has a distinctive flavor that can be enjoyed as a single origin or blended with other coffee drinks.

So, those are the various types of Gayo Coffee found in Indonesia and the best ways to enjoy them. What do you think about Gayo Coffee?

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