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Fermented Grade A Whole beans from Sulawesi
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Couverture Grade A, Sulawesi Fermented

Bean-to-bar and couverture fermented Sulawesi beans, cut-tested to ≥85% fermentation (house Grade A, SNI size class A).

  • ≥ 85% fermentation, verified by cut test on every lot
  • Fully traceable to named partner cooperatives in South Sulawesi
  • Bean count ≤ 100/100 g with retained reference samples per shipment
  • Export-ready with fumigation, phytosanitary, and origin certificates
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Product overview

Our flagship lot: fermented cocoa beans from long-term partner cooperatives in South Sulawesi. Beans are box-fermented for 5–6 days, sun-dried on raised beds, and graded to a bean count of 100 or better. Suited to chocolate makers and grinders looking for a reliable Indonesian fermented profile with chocolate-forward flavor and low smoke taint.

Quality and processing

Beans are purchased wet from vetted cooperatives at harvest peak, box-fermented for 5–6 days, and sun-dried on raised beds to 7.5% moisture or below. Every lot is cut-tested in our Makassar grading room, screened to house Grade A / SNI size class A (≤100 beans per 100 g), and cupped for smoke taint and off-flavours before it is cleared for export.

Applications and buyers

This is our flagship fermented grade for craft chocolate makers, couverture producers, and grinders that need a dependable Indonesian fermented profile. Expect a chocolate-forward base with mild acidity and low bitterness, well suited to single-origin bars, blends, and premium couverture.

Packing, MOQ and shipping

Packed in new 60 kg jute bags with food-grade liners, 13 MT to a 20 ft container. Minimum order is one FCL, shipped FOB, CFR, or CIF from Makassar within 2–3 weeks of a confirmed order, with phytosanitary certificate, fumigation certificate, certificate of origin, and loading photos included.

Frequently asked questions

Ordering, samples, shipping, and payment, answered by our export desk.

What is the minimum order for Couverture Grade A Sulawesi fermented beans?

Minimum order is one 20 ft container, about 13 MT, packed in new 60 kg jute bags with food-grade liners. Mixed-origin trial containers combining Sulawesi and Sumatra can be arranged for qualified programmes. Lead time is typically two to three weeks from confirmed order, shipped FOB, CFR, or CIF from Makassar.

Which certifications apply to this Rainforest Alliance Sulawesi lot?

Selected lots carry Rainforest Alliance certification, and every shipment includes Halal (BPJPH) and ISO 22000 scope documentation from our Makassar export operations. Certificate availability is confirmed lot by lot on the sales contract. Organic and Fairtrade options are listed separately if you need dual-certified supply.

Is this Sulawesi lot suited to couverture and bean-to-bar production?

Yes. Box-fermented for five to six days and cut-tested to at least 85% fermentation, this is our flagship grade for craft chocolate makers and couverture producers. Expect a chocolate-forward base with mild acidity and low smoke taint, suited to single-origin bars and premium blends.

What bean count and defect limits define this house Grade A lot?

Bean count is 100 or fewer per 100 g (SNI size class A), moisture at or below 7.5%, fat at or above 52%, mouldy and slaty beans at or below 3%, and insect-damaged at or below 1%. Cut-test fermentation is at or above 85%. Every lot is graded in our Makassar facility with retained reference samples per shipment.

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