Bracia Ziółkowscy - Indonesia Si Unyil Manis Liberica Anaerobic Natural Filter 150 g

Origin: Indonesia

Region: Sumedang, Zachodnia Jawa

Farm: Rainaldi, Pundit Coffee

Species : Liberica

Variety: Excelsa

Altitude: 800 m a.s.l.

Processing: Anaerobic natural

ABOUT THE SPECIES AND VARIETY

Maybe you've already noticed – the Brothers (Bracia Ziółkowscy) are collecting more coffee species. Arabica, canephora, liberica. But here we have to throw our hands up and say – it's a matter of debate. Excelsa was discovered in 1903 and since then was considered a separate species. In 2006, its official classification was changed to a variety of liberica. However, many farmers and researchers dispute this decision, pointing to many characteristics unique to excelsa.

We won't resolve this dispute. However, we can say with great certainty that, like liberica, excelsa has a unique flavor profile not found in other species. Sage, licorice, exceptionally high sweetness. You can't miss it. Very to the point – the name Si Unyil Manis translates to "the sweet little one".

ABOUT THE CULTIVATION

In coffee, you often hear claims about sustainable and biodiverse farming. Often these are empty words. Meanwhile, excelsa is perfect for precisely these conditions. It gladly grows in the shade of other trees, among many plant species. Si Unyil Manis is cultivated in an equatorial forest, alongside banana trees, tobacco, and tall shade trees. Compared to the nearby oil palm plantations, this is an incredibly vibrant ecosystem.

ABOUT THE PROCESSING

The producer of this coffee, Rainaldi, specializes in excelsa like few others. For years, he has been searching for processing methods that allow full expression of this species' (variety's?) flavor notes. In this case, the full name of the process is "anaerobic thermo soaked natural". In practice, this means that after harvesting, the fruits were given a warm bath, from which they went into fermentation tanks. Further processing is classic natural drying. The warm bath helps eliminate some of the naturally occurring bacteria and fermenting yeast. This results in a more stable and repeatable anaerobic process.

ROASTER'S OPINION

A mystery coffee. Is this another – now the fourth species of coffee plant in our offer? Maybe yes, maybe no. But we guarantee that while drinking it, you won't be puzzling over it, because the coffee is spectacular even without mysteries.

We were looking for a promotional slogan for this coffee. So far, the best we came up with is: "if you thought geisha was cool, it's clear you haven't tried excelsa yet." And watch out – we aren't joking at all.

ROYAL BEANS

What’s behind the name Royal Beans? If Speciality beans are the pinnacle of coffee, our Royal Beans reach the Himalayas! In this series, we present the very top of the coffee pyramid, the crème de la crème, as precious as crown jewels. Anaerobic, Gesha, Nanolot, Lychee – what does it mean to go beyond the ordinary? – Royal Beans is a selection of coffees chosen by us from various roasters – they share exceptional flavor, limited production, unique processing methods, and the highest quality. A treat for coffee connoisseurs (and those aspiring to be)!

Store in a dry and cool place.