Beneath the Mists of an Ancient Land

Arabica Bajawa Flores by Pure Batch

There are places where time itself seems to stand still. High in the highlands of Flores, at elevations between 1,200 and 1,500 meters above sea level, the wilderness of Bajawa preserves one of the earth’s most pristine landscapes. Here, Typica and Lini S coffee trees do not grow in rigid, industrial rows; they flourish wild beneath a canopy of mountain mist, nourished entirely by virgin volcanic soil without synthetic fertilizers or chemical pesticides.

Not far away, in the very same province, the world’s largest living lizard—the legendary Komodo dragon—still roams through time. This is a real-life Jurassic Park: an untamed, ancient ecosystem where nature governs by its own primordial laws.

Yet wild elegance alone is only part of the story. At Pure Batch, primeval nature meets exacting scientific precision. The masterminds behind these micro-lots are led by Dr.-Ing. Nicola Finardi, co-founder of JYN Coffee. An agricultural technology engineer with over two decades of expertise, a certified CQI Post-Harvest Processing Instructor, a pupil of renowned fermenter Wilton Benitez (Granja Paraiso 92), and the founder of the Slow Food Community of Bajawa, Nicola bridges controlled fermentation technology with regenerative agroforestry. His mission ensures that science does not conquer the wilderness, but honors its spirit—delivering green coffee that remains exceptionally clean, scientifically precise, and 100% traceable directly back to the local highland farmers who hand-picked the cherries beneath the forest canopy.

Today, these micro-lots cross vast oceans—journeying from the wild forests of Flores directly to Abu Dhabi, positioned to be distributed across the prestigious GCC region. From a single mountain origin, Pure Batch unveils a complete spectrum of green coffee offerings tailored for roasteries of all scales:

The Spectrum of Lots

1. NATURAL (The Volume Driver & Affordable Choice – Micro Lot: 2,500 kg)

• Process: Sun-dried Whole Cherry
• Flavor Profile: Our most popular commercial lot by volume, offering unbeatable value without compromising on quality. Sun-dried under the Bajawa sun, this lot delivers a rich, highly approachable profile featuring sweet Berry and Apricot brightness blended with comforting Chocolate, Banana, and subtle Lactic undertones. Backed by our largest volume reserve, it is the ideal staple for house blends and high-demand single-origin menus.

2. PINK DRAGON (Our Best Seller – Nano Lot: 300 kg)

• Process: Natural Inoculated Anaerobic Fermentation
• Flavor Profile: The indisputable crowd favorite among specialty roasteries. Bold, resonant, and deeply exotic, Pink Dragon delivers rich undertones of Rum and Stone Fruit layered over sweet Berry, silky Lactic notes, and a soft Banana finish.

3. WETHULLED (Micro Lot: 1,200 kg)

• Process: Traditional Wet-Hulled
• Flavor Profile: A grounded, authentic classic of the Indonesian Archipelago. Striking Green Apple acidity (8/8 scale) meets rich Tobacco, subtle Earthy notes, Lactic, and Banana.

4. FULLWASHED (Micro Lot: 1,200 kg)

• Process: Pristine Full Washed
• Flavor Profile: Pure elegance in a clean cup. Transparent notes of Stone Fruit and delicate Lychee unfold effortlessly alongside sweet Chocolate, Banana, and Lactic.

5. LOKA TUA (Nano Lot: 150 kg)

• Process: Wet Hulled Inoculated Anaerobic
• Flavor Profile: A beautifully balanced option for purists seeking a harmonious cup. It offers crisp Apple acidity alongside subtle Pineapple, Apricot, Lactic smoothness, and a pleasant aromatic profile.

6. WAEERE (Nano Lot: 200 kg)

• Process: Hybrid Natural Wet Hulled (No Fermentation)
• Flavor Profile: Pure, unadulterated fruit character. Dominant Mango acidity pairs with bittersweet Chocolate, Tropical Fruit, Lactic, and Banana.

7. SNOW DRAGON (Pico Lot: 10–30 kg)

• Process: Natural Inoculated Cold Anaerobic Fermentation
• Flavor Profile: A burst of cool, tropical complexity featuring vibrant Mango acidity, Chocolate, Tropical Fruit, Lactic smoothness, and Banana.

8. WOLO DRAGON (Pico Lot: 10–30 kg)

• Process: Natural Inoculated Anaerobic Fermentation (Terroir Yeast)
• Flavor Profile: Fermented using wild yeasts native to Bajawa’s soil, showcasing bright Stone Fruit, Lychee, Pineapple, and Banana.

9. TAK LUWAK (Pico Lot: 10–30 kg)

• Process: Natural Inoculated NO LUWAK Anaerobic Fermentation
• Flavor Profile: An ethical innovation delivering sweet Banana, Apricot, clean Mango, and Stone Fruit without animal involvement.

Partnering with Pure Batch offers your roastery access to the full richness of Flores—from reliable, large-volume staples like our Natural process to exclusive experimental Nano and Pico lots.

With allocations moving rapidly across the region, secure your supply to ensure your roastery has consistent access to this exceptional harvest.

Reserve your sample set or lock in your green bean allocation today before the current crop is fully committed.