Sumatra - Mandheling 1

Sumatra | Giling Basah | Grade 1

Deep, rich and wonderfully distinctive, our Sumatra Mandheling is one of the darker-roasted coffees in the Flat Cap range – full-bodied, naturally sweet and packed with the spice and herbal character associated with classic Sumatran coffee.

Mandheling has become synonymous with a particular style of Indonesian coffee: rich, weighty and complex, with the deep body and distinctive savoury-sweet character that sets coffees from Sumatra apart.

One of the secrets behind that character is the traditional Giling Basah, or wet-hulled, processing method.

Developed in response to Indonesia's humid climate, Giling Basah differs from conventional washed processing because the parchment is removed while the coffee still contains considerably more moisture. The exposed beans are then dried further before being graded, sorted and prepared for export.

This distinctive processing method contributes to the characteristic body and depth for which Sumatran coffees have become known.

Our Mandheling is Grade 1, the highest standard within Indonesia's defect-based grading system, and we roast it darker to lean into everything we love about this style of coffee.

In the cup, expect deep sweetness, warming spice and distinctive herbal notes, wrapped in a rich, full body. The darker roast makes a powerful espresso with enough character to punch confidently through milk, while immersion brewing brings out even more of its depth and lingering spice.

If bright and delicate isn't what you're looking for, this sits proudly at the other end of the Flat Cap range – bold, rich and unapologetically Sumatran.

Tasting Notes: Sweet • Spice • Herbal

Origin: Indonesia
Region: Sumatra
Process: Giling Basah / Wet Hulled
Grade: Grade 1
Roast: Dark

Recommended Brew Methods

Espresso ★★★★★
Rich, concentrated and full-bodied. The darker roast brings plenty of depth and sweetness, with warming spice and herbal character lingering through the finish.

Flat White / Cappuccino / Latte ★★★★★
Mandheling has more than enough body to stand up to milk, creating a rich and satisfying drink without losing its distinctive character.

Cafetière ★★★★★
A fantastic match for this coffee. Immersion brewing emphasises its full body, sweetness and lingering spicy, herbal qualities.

Moka Pot / Stove Top ★★★★★
Ideal if you enjoy a concentrated and powerful cup. The Moka Pot really leans into Mandheling's richness and depth.

AeroPress ★★★★☆
A slightly cleaner expression while still retaining plenty of body and character – a great option when you want the richness of Mandheling with a little more clarity.

Our pick: Cafetière
For a wonderfully full-bodied cup that allows Mandheling's deep sweetness, warming spice and distinctive herbal character to unfold.

- All of our coffees are 100% Specialty Grade

- We roast to order so you can guarantee the freshest possible coffee

- All of our coffees are ethically sourced

Please note these Beans are quite large and some bean to cup machines may struggle to grind due to the size.

We always recommend buying whole bean coffee as this is the best for freshness. We are however happy to grind our coffee to your specification if this is how you would prefer it. Please note, we only supply ground coffee in 227g and 500g bags. 

As a small independent roastery, we occasionally adjust prices to reflect rising costs and to continue roasting responsibly. Existing subscriptions are unaffected.