Description
Indonesia : Kartika Batukaang, Bali
MASL 1,200 – 1500 MASL
Process: Anaerobic Washed Honey
Cup Notes
Caramel Fudge, Milk Chocolate, Smooth
the Producer
Karana, a boutique coffee producer based in Bali, integrates sustainable farming with community-driven development. Their coffee originates from farms in Kintamani and Tabanan, where they not only process but also manage production. Processing occurs in Ubud, about an hour from the plantations.
Their community programs emphasize education and environmental stewardship. Karana offers training in advanced coffee cultivation and processing techniques to local farmers, improving yields and quality. Annual initiatives focus on reforestation, soil health, and water conservation, aligning with Bali’s ecological preservation goals.
Anerobic Techniques
Technically, Karana pioneers terroir-specific fermentation using unique starter cultures to bring out Bali’s distinct flavor profiles. Their anaerobic washed honey method begins with selective hand-picking and sorting of ripe cherries. After inoculation, cherries ferment under controlled anaerobic conditions until reaching a target pH. Beans are then pulped, holding mucilage for 12 hours to develop sweetness before washing it off using demucilager or gentle brushing. Drying on raised beds enables even airflow and a drying period of 2–3 weeks. Final steps include hulling and precision sorting during dry milling to ensure consistent bean quality.
Karana’s approach merges advanced fermentation science with dedicated community support, fostering sustainable specialty coffee production that roots quality in environmental responsibility and local empowerment.
