Wet-hulled (Giling Basah)

Wet-hulled processing, locally known as Giling Basah, is a traditional method farmers use at the plantation to handle the coffee fruit, found mostly in rainy Indonesia. In this process, the fruit is removed, and the hard, protective layer around the bean is hulled off very early, while the seed is still quite soft and full of moisture. Exposing the bare bean like this allows it to dry much faster in the sun, which helps farmers save their harvest from spoiling in a very humid and unpredictable climate. Because of this specific approach, the final brew feels thicker in the mouth, often featuring tasting notes that remind you of fresh herbs, baking spices, or a damp forest. While these deep, earthy characteristics are sometimes mistakenly thought of as a defect, they are actually a unique regional style that reflects the farmer's practical response to challenging weather.