Gayo Arabica Green Coffee — FAQ

Gayo Arabica is specialty-grade Arabica grown in the Central Aceh highlands of North Sumatra, Indonesia, at 1,200–1,700m. Named after the Gayo people of the region. SCA scores of 84–89 depending on processing. Available washed, natural, honey, and organic-certified. Exported FOB Belawan.

Washed: jasmine, citrus, stone fruit (peach/apricot), clean, bright acidity.
Natural: blueberry, wine, tropical fruit, dark chocolate, heavy body.
Honey: stone fruit, caramel, sweet, balanced body and acidity.
Gayo suits specialty single-origin espresso, pour-over, AeroPress, and filter brewing.

"Sumatra coffee" is a broad geographic term. Gayo is a specific high-altitude sub-origin (Central Aceh) producing specialty Arabica. "Sumatran" typically includes lower-scoring wet-hulled origins like Mandheling. For specialty purchases, always specify Gayo Grade 1 with processing method, not just "Sumatran."

PT Global Wills Sejahtera exports Gayo Arabica at Grade 1 SNI 01-2907-2008 — maximum 11 defects per 300g, maximum 12.5% moisture. Always specify Grade 1 in your purchase order. "Export grade" without a number may mean Grade 2 (max 25 defects) or below.

Washed: 84–87 SCA. Natural: 85–89 SCA. Honey: 83–87 SCA. All qualify as specialty grade (SCA 80+). Specific lot scores available upon sample request.

Washed: Cherry pulped, mucilage removed by fermentation/washing, dried on raised beds. Clean, bright, jasmine/citrus. SCA 84–87. FOB USD 3.80–4.50/kg.
Natural: Whole cherry dried on raised beds 20–35 days. Full body, blueberry, wine. SCA 85–89. FOB USD 4.50–6.00/kg.

Honey (pulped natural): skin removed but mucilage partially retained during drying. Yellow honey = less mucilage (cleaner). Red/black honey = more mucilage (sweeter, fuller). Cup: stone fruit, caramel, medium body. SCA 83–87. FOB USD 4.20–5.00/kg.

Main harvest: October–January (peak: November–December). Second harvest: May–June (smaller volume). Best buying window for fresh crop: December–March — newly processed lots with best moisture profile. Order before harvest (September–October) for early access to premium lots.

Indicative FOB Belawan, June 2026:
Washed Grade 1: USD 3.80–4.50/kg
Natural Grade 1: USD 4.50–6.00/kg
Honey Grade 1: USD 4.20–5.00/kg
Organic Washed Grade 1: USD 4.50–5.50/kg
Email [email protected] for a current quote.

FOB Belawan — Port of Belawan, Medan, North Sumatra. Approximately 5–6 hours by road from Gayo highlands. Transit: ~25–35 days to Europe; ~20–28 days to US West Coast; ~10–18 days to East Asia.

Sample: 300–500g (free for qualified buyers). Trial: 100 kg min. LCL: 1–5 MT. FCL 20-ft: ~16.5 MT. FCL 40-ft: ~24 MT.

Email [email protected] or visit greencoffee.willkinsales.com. Specify: washed/natural/honey/organic, Grade 1, and shipping address. Dispatched within 4 business days via DHL/FedEx.

New buyers: T/T 30% deposit, 70% against B/L copy. Repeat buyers: LC at sight accepted. Lead time: 21–35 days deposit to FOB.

Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin (KADIN), Phytosanitary Certificate (BARANTAN), Export Declaration (PEB). Additional: Health Certificate, Fumigation Certificate, Organic Certificate (if certified lot).

Yes. USDA NOP and EU Organic certified washed lots available on select lots. SCA 84–87. FOB USD 4.50–5.50/kg. Availability seasonal — confirm when submitting RFQ.

Available on select lots — not all. Organic (USDA/EU) is more widely available from Gayo than Rainforest Alliance. Confirm for specific lots before ordering.

Yes. Washed and natural Grade 1 lots traceable to specific cooperative, altitude zone, and processing date. Request traceable lots specifically in your RFQ.

Gayo washed: jasmine, citrus, heavy body, medium-high acidity. Yirgacheffe washed: bergamot, lemon, lighter body, higher acidity. FOB comparison: Gayo Grade 1 USD 3.80–4.50/kg vs Yirgacheffe Grade 1 USD 4.00–5.50/kg. Gayo offers competitive pricing with more body for specialty buyers.