Timor-Leste Kailitau

Discover the Unique Flavors of Timor-Leste: Kailitlau Whole Bean Coffee

Transport your taste buds to the eastern ridge of Kailitlau Mountain in Ermera, where this honey-processed coffee is produced by dedicated farmers. Savor the creamy, papaya, and floral notes in this light roast that brings a unique tropical vibrancy to your cup. Grown at elevations of 1400-1900 MASL, the Timor and Typica varietals provide a delicate yet memorable flavor profile.

Produced by four small farming groups—Lekisala, Taurema, Hatlala, and Loiludo—this coffee represents a collaboration of 73 households from the Dukurai ethnic group. These families have farmed along the mountain ridge for generations, with coffee production serving as their primary source of income.

Why Choose This Coffee?

• Flavor Notes: Creamy, papaya, and floral for a tropical, aromatic experience

• Region: Kailitlau Mountain, Ermera, Timor-Leste – home to one of the sacred mountains

• Process: Honey-processed to bring out the natural sweetness

• Varietals: Timor and Typica, delivering a complex and bright flavor

• Certifications: Always Fair Trade, supporting community farming and sustainability

• Recommended Brewing Methods: Perfect for Aeropress, Chemex, pour-over, or drip coffee, allowing the nuanced flavors to fully emerge

This Fair Trade certified coffee is ethically sourced, ensuring that every cup supports the local farmers who cultivate it. The name Kailitlau comes from the mountain’s traditional name in the Mambai language, paying homage to the deep cultural roots of the region.

Made in the United States, this coffee has a 1-3 month shelf life, ensuring it stays fresh while delivering a flavorful, tropical escape in every sip.