Origin Guide: Timor-Leste

High in the rugged mountains of Southeast Asia, Timor-Leste produces distinct, full-bodied coffees characterized by low acidity, herbal complexity, and a wild, earthy sweetness.

Regional Characteristics

Ermera: The most famous specialty region; known for high altitudes that produce clean, bright cups with notes of citrus and cocoa.
Maubisse: A high-altitude mountainous area yielding dense beans with a heavy body and savory, herbal undertones.
Eratoi: Situated at some of the highest altitudes in Timor-Leste, the Erato region is famous for its high-clarity cups featuring bright citrus acidity and a refined floral sweetness.

Quick Facts

Altitudes: 1,200m – 1,800m.
Processes: Primarily Washed and increasingly high-quality Naturals.
Common Varietals: Hibrido de Timor (the famous natural cross between Arabica and Robusta) and Typica.
Harvest: June – October.

Sourcing Ethics & Producers

Sourcing from Timor-Leste, we focus on supporting post-conflict recovery and community cooperatives. We purchase our Timor coffee from Karst Organics, a UK company with a focus on coffee-producing infrastructure and community development within Letefoho.

Featured Coffees from Timor-Leste

Now that you’ve discovered what makes coffee from this region unique, experience it for yourself. These seasonal lots represent our freshest arrivals from Timor-Leste, available for a limited time while the harvest lasts.