MI/004/1 - CM Natural

Reference Number: ID-HEQA-MI-004-1

Lot Number: HQ25M-CMN-0001

Region : Belancan Village, Kintamani, Bali

Altitude: 1200-1400 MASL

Varietal: Cobra

Process: Carbonic Maceration Natural

Profile: Red Fruit, Raspberry, Prune

Harvest Year: July 2025

Located in Belancan Village, Kintamani, Bali, at 1,200–1,400 meters above sea level, Kanggo is a producer and coffee farmer with 5 hectares of land. Its coffee trees are divided into dedicated plots for Cobra and Yellow Caturra varieties. By keeping each variety separate, he allows their distinct characteristics to shine, shaped by the fertile volcanic soil and mountain air that define this part of Bali.

Together with HEQA, we work closely with Kanggo to source fresh cherries directly from his farm, just an hour away from our processing facility in Buleleng in the northern part of Bali. This proximity means cherries are delivered at peak freshness, ready to be processed with our post harvest processing protocol.

At our Bali-based production station, research, processing, and milling work in harmony to unlock the best flavor qualities of Indonesian coffee. Through precise, controlled fermentations, we explore the endless potential of microorganisms to elevate coffee—creatively, consistently, and sustainably—for both the natural environment and the producers we partner with.

We chose Bali as our first base because its coffee stands apart in Indonesia—shaped by a unique mix of history, culture, and flavor. With strong infrastructure and an openness to innovation, it’s the perfect place to push boundaries and redefine what Indonesian coffee can be.

This coffee is first selected for defects, then placed in our bioreactor. During the fermentation, CO2 gas is applied at high pressures to ensure maceration. After monitoring the fermentation with various sensors, the fermentation is stopped at 110h. Lastly, the cherries are dried in a special drying room with controlled temperature and humidity. 

This coffee bursts with juicy red fruit character. Bright raspberry notes lead the way, layered with the deep, jammy sweetness of ripe prune. The cup is vibrant yet rounded, with a fruit-forward profile that lingers pleasantly on the palate and a clean aftertaste.