Kindred Forest Kerinci Coffee Full Wash
Description
Speciality Full-wash Arabica Coffee, Kerinci, Indonesia
A truly special arabica coffee grown in the magical foothills of Mount Kerinci, Sumatra. Kindred Forest bring this full-wash arabica to you in collaboration with ALKO, a farmer-owned cooperative remarkable both for their deep skill in growing and processing coffee and for their innovation in traceability.
UK Delivery Only
225g
More info
All of their coffees from this cooperative come with a QR code that not only lets you see every stage of the supply chain, from the field to your cup, but also allows you to communicate directly with individual farmers. This is achieved through blockchain technology, and ensures that you can be directly involved in your coffee like never before.
20% of the profits from this coffee goes towards partner conservation projects in Sumatra.
Tasting notes
Spice, dried dates, caramel
Origin
Kerinci in Sumatra, Indonesia
Cooperative
ALKO
Altitude
1300–1650 masl
Process
Full-wash
Q grade
86.4
Variety
Sigarar Utang and Andung Sari
Supports ALKO Cooperative, Kerinci, Sumatra
The project
Located near Sumatra's largest national park, home to the critically endangered Sumatran tiger, ALKO employs innovative traceability technology to prevent farmers from encroaching on the park and to support local livelihoods.
The people
ALKO is a cooperative of over 400 farmers in the Kerinci region, where the farmers manage the collection and processing, sharing in the profits. By scanning the QR code on the coffee, you can meet the farmer. Through the use of blockchain, ALKO has provided price transparency and increased the prices for coffee. Women play a key role in managing the process and in providing training and educational support to the farmers.
Harvest and process
The coffee is grown at 1300–1650 meters above sea level on rich volcanic soil, boasting a unique flavour profile with vibrant brightness. We offer ALKO coffees processed using either the honey or full-wash methods, to fully develop its exceptional flavour.
The full-wash process begins with pulping or peeling the outer skin of coffee cherries, followed by fermenting them with water for up to 100 hours. The cherries are then thoroughly washed and dried for approximately 20 days until they reach a moisture content of 12-14%. Once dried, the beans are dry-hulled, sorted, and graded.
Kindred Forest' values drive them to create a regenerative model that brings harmony to the systems of biodiversity, science, culture, and consumption. They reinvest profits to support conservation efforts and champion indigenous communities.
Wildlife Friendly Enterprise Network
Wildlife Friendly Enterprise Network (WFEN) is redefining how products are made, where protecting wildlife, supporting communities, and regenerating ecosystems go hand in hand. We help businesses turn sourcing into a force for lasting nature-positive impact.
Mission
We make coexistence possible. By aligning global supply chains with the needs of nature and local communities, we help businesses source responsibly, regenerate ecosystems, and protect wildlife where it matters most. Through certification, advisory, and partnership, we build a future where commerce supports conservation, and where people and nature thrive together.
