Raja Gayo Speciality 100% arabica - Fresh coffee beans

The roast date of Café du Jour's coffee beans is usually a maximum of four weeks before dispatch. This means that the coffee beans are generally no older than four weeks when they arrive at your door. Many people ask if coffee beans are already too old after three weeks. The answer to that is: no. Freshly roasted coffee actually reaches its best flavour after a few weeks. During roasting, carbon dioxide (CO₂) is created inside the coffee beans, which can mask the taste at first. That is why coffee is at its best between one and four weeks after roasting. After roasting, the beans are immediately packed in special coffee bags with a one-way valve. This valve allows CO₂ to escape without letting oxygen in, so the aromas are preserved and the coffee remains fresh. This way, you can count on an optimally fresh product with a full flavour!

This coffee stands out for its spicy profile with light cocoa and chocolate notes, a powerful body and a bold touch with a subtle acidity. Customers describe the flavour as full, smooth, not bitter, and ideal for those who enjoy an espresso or a milk-based coffee in which the coffee flavour remains prominent. Fruity and nutty accents can also be detected. Compared to other Indonesian coffees, this one is slightly spicier, yet it remains pleasantly balanced.

Yes, the Raja Gayo beans are delivered in a resealable package that preserves freshness optimally, even when you choose a kilo bag. Customers indicate that the flavour remains consistent from the first to the last bean, provided the packaging is properly closed after each use. This way, you can fully enjoy the special Indian arabica right up to the last cup.

Advise customers to set the grind slightly finer than usual if you notice that the flow time is too fast, for example with a Ceado or Bezerra grinder. Due to the relatively fresh moisture content, the flow time can sometimes be shorter, so a finer grind will give a better extraction. For espresso, we recommend an extraction time of approximately 20-25 seconds for a nice crema and full flavour. For filter coffee, you can try a coarse grind, depending on the brewing method and personal preference.