Messenger Coffee Company
Sumatra Hendra Double Washed

Roaster Location: Flag of United States Kansas City, Missouri

4.00(4)

Roast Level: Light
Bean Source Country: Indonesia
Bean Source Region: Sumatra
Varietal: Typica
Process: Double Washed

From the roaster: Tangy and floral with notes of grapefruit, kumquat and hibiscus. Finished with maple syrup and toffee sweetness.

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Traits: toffee grapefruit hibiscus kumquat maple syrup

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4.00(4)

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    Theo Chan, Managing Editor

    1854 roasts rated, avg score of 4.31

    4.50 - Average

    4.50 - Aroma

    4.00 - Finish

    4.50 - Flavor

    4.00 - Acidity

    4.00 - Balance

    I think this is as described (grapefruit, kumquat, hibiscus, maple). It makes it very interesting. I always admire when a roaster gets it spot on. Those are characteristics I like a lot but others might not. Grapefruit to me is very clear in this and thats not what everyone loves in their coffee.

    Part of Messenger Sumatra tasting set.

    Cupping Method:Hario v60 pourover

    Traits: molasses candied grapefruit
    3 years ago · See more from Theo
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    Victoria S-C

    830 roasts rated, avg score of 4.34

    3.00 - Average

    4.00 - Aroma

    3.00 - Finish

    3.00 - Acidity

    4.00 - Balance

    I thought this one was fine, but I prefer the other coffees from this roaster. Dont need to have again.

    Cupping Method:Pourover. Maybe I should have had it with milk? I normally drink everything black.

    3 years ago · See more from Victoria
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    Emily Schadler

    93 roasts rated, avg score of 4.24

    3.50 - Average

    4.50 - Aroma

    3.50 - Value

    4.00 - Finish

    3.50 - Flavor

    5.00 - Acidity

    4.00 - Balance

    Nice acidity, and I like the hints of grapefruit, but it felt a little on the weak/watery side to me.

    Cupping Method:Pour over

    3 years ago · See more from Emily
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    Scott Greenaway

    175 roasts rated, avg score of 4.27

    5.00 - Average

    4.50 - Aroma

    4.50 - Finish

    5.00 - Flavor

    4.00 - Acidity

    5.00 - Balance

    Great, unique flavor! Dry, and on the definitively on the earthy/ floral side. Noticeable and pleasant lingering flavor.

    Cupping Method:Vietnamese drip

    3 years ago · See more from Scott

More Details

Roast Level: Light
Light roast coffee is a delicately roasted coffee that retains more of the beans' natural flavors and characteristics. Light-roasted coffees have bright acidity, complex fruit, and floral notes. Light roast coffee does not have less caffeine than darker roasts because caffeine levels remain stable during roasting.
Bean Source Country: Indonesia
Known for their earthy, full-bodied, and low-acid characteristics, Indonesian coffees from Sumatra, Sulawesi, and Java are unique due to their wet-hulling processing method. Beans like Mandheling, Lintong, and Toraja showcase the distinct flavors and bold profiles that attract coffee lovers worldwide.
Bean Source Region: Sumatra
Sumatran coffee, hailing from the Sunda Islands of Indonesia, is renowned for its distinct flavor profile and full-bodied richness. These beans are typically processed using a method known as wet-hulling, which imparts a unique earthy, spicy character to the coffee, often with notes of dark chocolate, cedar, and sometimes a hint of ripe fruit. The coffee is marked by its low acidity, which complements the robust flavors and contributes to a smooth, lingering finish. Sumatran coffee, with its bold, complex flavors and pronounced mouthfeel, offers a unique coffee-drinking experience that sets it apart on the global stage.

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International Rank: #199 out of 1365
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