Sulawesi Toraja Green Coffee Beans (Sulawesi Toraja Grade 1)

Single-origin Arabica green coffee from the highlands of Tana Toraja, South Sulawesi, Indonesia. Clean, spicy-fruity aroma with herbal and earthy notes, pronounced acidity and a full body. Available as Grade 1 (estate, fully washed) and Grade 2 (smallholder lots, wet-hulled). Suitable for specialty roasters and wholesale green coffee importers.

Fragrance: Spicy-fruity, excellent aroma
Flavor profile: Herbal, earthy, spicy with occasional caramel and dark chocolate notes
Acidity: High; Body: High — full, syrupy mouthfeel
Processing: Fully washed (estate) and wet-hulled (smallholders)
Screen size: 15–19; Moisture ≤ 13%
Strict triage and defect control (triage 8–10%, max defect value ≤ 11)
Altitude: 1200–1700 m asl; grown on volcanic soils in Tana Toraja highland

Product Overview

Toraja Grade 1 green beans from South Sulawesi — a premium Indonesian Arabica lot with complex spicy-fruity aromatics, high acidity and full body. Carefully processed and sorted for export; ideal for specialty single-origin offerings and blends needing depth and earthy chocolate notes.

Single-origin — Tana Toraja (South Sulawesi), Indonesia
Two processing streams: Estate fully-washed (Grade 1) and smallholder wet-hulled (Grade 2)
Screen size 15–19 for even roast development
Moisture controlled ≤ 13% to ensure stability in transit
Pre-shipment QC, lot traceability and sample testing available
Suitable for specialty roasters, private-label importers and cafés
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Technical Specifications

Physical, agronomic and quality specifications for Sulawesi Toraja Green Coffee (Grade 1)

Product Specifications
ParameterValueUnitStandard
Fragrance / AromaSpicy-fruity, herbal-Sensory
FlavorHerbal, earthy, spicy; notes of caramel and dark chocolate (occasionally)-Sensory
AcidityHigh-Sensory
BodyHigh — full, syrupy-Sensory
Screen Size15–19screenExport Grade
Moisture≤ 13%Export/Storage
Triage (sorting loss)8–10%Quality Control
Defect Value≤ 11pointsGrade Limit
Time from Flower to Berry9monthsAgronomy
Production (Kg/Ha)800–1500Kg/HaYield Estimate
Optimal Temperature13–28°CAgronomy
Optimal Rainfall100–3000mm/yearAgronomy
Altitude1200–1700m aslOrigin
Soil TypeInfertile to fertile volcanic soils-Origin
Country of OriginIndonesia-Origin
Production AreasTana Toraja Highland, Mamasa (South Sulawesi)-Origin
Caffeine Content0.8–1.4%Laboratory
Form of SeedsFlat with a clear midline-Visual
Method of HarvestMechanical & hand-picked (selective where required)-Harvest
Processing MethodFully washed (estate) / Wet-hulled washed (smallholders)-Processing

Container Size & Lead Times

Optimized container loading, lead times and common Indonesian ports for Toraja exports.

20' FCL Ocean Container
18
tons
10–14 days
Estimated production, packing & QC
Makassar (Soekarno-Hatta Makassar / Port of Makassar)
Surabaya (Tanjung Perak) - consolidation option
Jakarta (Tanjung Priok) - consolidation option
Primary Indonesian ports for Sulawesi Toraja
40' HC FCL Ocean Container
28
tons
14–21 days
Estimated production, packing & QC
Makassar (Port of Makassar)
Surabaya (Tanjung Perak)
Jakarta (Tanjung Priok)
Indonesian ports
Air Freight (samples / urgent)
Up to 500
kg
3–7 days
Sample pickup, testing & export documentation
Hasanuddin Intl (Makassar)
Juanda Intl (Surabaya)
Soekarno-Hatta Intl (Jakarta)
Major airports for urgent/sample export

Pricing & Minimum Order

Competitive pricing with flexible options to meet your roast profile, volume, and customization needs.

Minimum Order Quantity
1 x 20' FCL (≈18 metric tons)
Minimum one container order for FOB export. Samples available from 5–25 kg (air freight). Palletized and retail packing options for smaller shipments.
Standard export packing: 50 kg jute bags with inner PE liner
Samples and micro-lots available for quality testing
Full lot traceability and batch numbering provided
Price Range
Retail / Sample (small qty)
USD 15.04-15.79
per kg
Retail/sample price — small bags and air freight; visible on product listing
Bulk Export (FOB) - Standard Grade
USD 6.8-7.8
per kg
FOB prices for 1x20' FCL orders (subject to seasonality, quality report and final inspection)
Specialty Grade (Selected Lots) - Toraja Grade 1
USD 8.5-11
per kg
Selected microlots and estate lots with higher cupping scores and lower defect values
High-Volume / Contract
USD 5.2-6.5
per kg
Long-term contract pricing for >100 tons/year (negotiable with multi-year contracts)
Prices are subject to change based on market conditions
Contact us for current pricing and volume discounts

Payment Terms

Clear and practical payment terms to support your purchasing process.

Payment Structure
30%
Deposit
Deposit upon order confirmation
70%
Balance
Balance due prior to shipment (typically before final loading)
Payment Method
Payments via Telegraphic Transfer (T/T) in USD
Transfer Charges
Buyer pays all transfer charges
Additional Options
Escrow protection, letters of credit, and trade insurance available upon request

Branded & Export-Ready Packaging

Custom packaging to protect quality and support your brand on arrival.

Custom Jute Bag + Inner PE Liner
Standard Export
50 kg / 60 kg options
Burlap / jute outer with food-grade PE liner
Custom woven labels and lot number printing
Moisture-barrier inner film and palletized loading
Vacuum-sealed Master Bags / Bulk Vacuum
Extended Shelf
Vacuum or nitrogen-flushed
Extended storage stability up to 12 months
Reduced transit humidity risks
Ideal for boutique importers and long transits
Retail Ready Bags & Private Label
Retail & Branding
Custom designs and sizes
Retail zip-lock bags with degassing valve (250 g - 5 kg)
Full-color printing, custom artwork and barcoding
Compliant with EU/US retail packaging requirements

Quality Assurance

Every lot undergoes grading, moisture testing, and cupping by certified Q-graders with full documentation including origin reports and cupping profiles.

Certifications & Standards
HACCP (local exporter program)
ISO 22000 Food Safety Management
Halal Certification (MUI)
Phytosanitary Certificate (Indonesia Agricultural Quarantine)
SGS Pre-Shipment Inspection (available on request)
Indonesian Organic (SNI) — available for certified lots
Production Process
Sourced from Tana Toraja highland estates and smallholder cooperatives (Mamasa, North Toraja)
Estate lots: fully washed with controlled fermentation; smallholder lots: wet-hulled (giling basah)
Sun-dried on raised beds and mechanical dryers used selectively to reach target moisture
Selective hand-picking and mechanized assistance during peak harvest
Strict triage and defect removal (8–10% sorting loss) and max defect value ≤11
Pre-shipment QC: moisture measurement, grading, bagging and full lot traceability
Packed in export-grade jute sacks with PE liners; vacuum master bag option available

Certificates & Lab Tests

Certificates and lab test reports are available upon request for all our products. Contact us to receive detailed quality documentation.

Request Samples or Quote

Contact us to request samples, obtain an FOB quotation, or arrange a container shipment. We provide cupping reports, lab analysis, pre-shipment inspection and full lot traceability.