PT Global Wills Sejahtera (Willkin Green Coffee) exports Lampung Robusta Grade 1 EK1 for espresso blenders, commercial roasters, and instant coffee manufacturers. FOB Panjang or Tanjung Priok.
Lampung province in southern Sumatra is Indonesia's largest Robusta-producing region. Grown at 100–700m altitude, Lampung Robusta is processed primarily via wet-hulling and dry processing. It is the primary Robusta origin for Indonesian espresso blends and a significant export commodity to Italy, Germany, South Korea, and Japan.
| Attribute | Lampung Robusta |
|---|---|
| Origin | Lampung Province, South Sumatra, Indonesia |
| Species | Coffea canephora (Robusta) |
| Altitude | 100–700m above sea level |
| Processing | Wet-Hulled (Giling Basah), Full Wash, Dry |
| Grade | Grade 1 EK1 (Expor Kualitas 1) — max 11 defects per 300g |
| Moisture | 12.5% max |
| Cup profile | Strong body, low acidity, dark chocolate, earthy, high caffeine |
| Caffeine content | ~2.2–2.7% (vs ~1.2% for Arabica) |
| Main harvest | May–August |
| FOB port | FOB Panjang (Bandar Lampung) or FOB Tanjung Priok (Jakarta) |
| FOB Price Grade 1 EK1 | USD 2.50–2.80/kg |
| FOB Price Grade 2 | USD 2.20–2.50/kg |
Lampung Robusta EK1 is most commonly used as the Robusta component in espresso blends. Typical blend ratios by buyer profile:
| Blend Type | Robusta % | Arabica % | Function of Robusta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Italian commercial espresso | 30–50% | 50–70% | Crema, body, cost reduction, caffeine boost |
| French commercial espresso | 20–30% | 70–80% | Crema, bitter balance |
| Capsule / pod blend | 20–40% | 60–80% | Consistent extraction, body under pressure |
| Instant coffee base | 70–100% | 0–30% | High extract yield, caffeine, cost |
| Third-wave specialty espresso | 0–10% | 90–100% | Minimal — crema only |
Vietnam dominates global Robusta production but Lampung offers distinct advantages for specific buyers:
| Attribute | Lampung (Indonesia) | Vietnam (Dak Lak) |
|---|---|---|
| Production volume | ~120,000 MT/year (Lampung) | ~1,800,000 MT/year (national) |
| FOB Price Grade 1 | USD 2.50–2.80/kg | USD 2.80–3.20/kg |
| Grade system | SNI / EK1 | TCVN R1 / R2 |
| Processing | Wet-hulled, dry | Dry predominantly |
| Cup profile | Earthy, chocolate, medium bitterness | Neutral, mild, lower distinctive notes |
| Caffeine | ~2.2–2.7% | ~2.0–2.5% |
| Supply consistency | Single harvest/year | Year-round availability |
| MOQ flexibility | Higher (most exporters need FCL) | Lower (larger trader network) |
| Term | Details |
|---|---|
| Sample | 300–500g via DHL/FedEx, dispatched within 4 business days |
| Trial MOQ | 100 kg |
| FCL 20-ft | ~16.5 MT (275 bags × 60 kg) |
| FCL 40-ft | ~24 MT |
| Bag type | 60 kg jute / GrainPro liner |
| Payment | T/T 30% deposit, 70% against B/L |
| FOB port | Panjang (Bandar Lampung) or Tanjung Priok (Jakarta) |
| Lead time FCL | 21–35 days from deposit |