Timor Leste, Washed Arabica, Grade 1, Organic
€ 25.00Timor Leste washed G1
Timor-Leste is a small island nation in Southeast Asia with
mountainous terrain, rich volcanic soils, and ideal conditions for
Arabica coffee. Coffee was introduced during the 19th century and has
since become the country’s main agricultural export. Production is
mostly carried out by smallholder farmers in remote highland regions, using traditional and
often organic methods. The island is also known as the birthplace of the Híbrido de Timor, a
natural hybrid that contributed to many of today’s rust-resistant Arabica varieties.
Cultivation Areas
Coffee grows across the central highlands of Timor-Leste, particularly in the districts of
Ermera, Ainaro, Liquiçá, and Manufahi, which together represent the heart of the country’s
specialty production. Farms are typically located above 1200 meters, with cool temperatures,
volcanic soils, and abundant shade trees supporting slow cherry maturation and consistent
cup quality.
Details
• Cultivation area: Mainly Ermera, Ainaro, Liquiçá, Manufahi
• Growing altitude: 1200 to 1800 masl
• Botanical varieties: Typica, Híbrido de Timor, Catimor selections
• Processing: Fully washed
• Picking: Hand picking and manual sorting
• Soil: Volcanic, rich in organic matter, heavily shaded
• Harvest period: May to September
• Flowering: August to October
Cupping Profile
Timor-Leste G1 Washed (SCA 83) offers a clean and balanced cup with herbal sweetness,
brown sugar, and light cocoa. Expect gentle acidity, medium body, and subtle notes of
dried fruit and soft spice. A smooth, sweet finish makes it a versatile and comforting
profile.
