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Samoro | Orlando Soares

Name: Samoro | Orlando Soares
Brand: Karst Organics
SKU: SAMORO_FW_1
Price: 13.95 GBP
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85.5 Cup Score

A beautifully crafted coffee from Timor-Leste, showcasing a harmonious balance of sweetness and lively acidity. This fully washed Typica & Timor Hybrid is a true testament to exceptional processing, delivering a vibrant and refined cup.

Processing method

Washed

Main flavour notes

Fig | Marshmallow | Caramel

Varietal

Typica , Timor

Harvest period

August 2023

Altitude

1550 m.a.s.l

Screen

15, 16 & 17

Species

Arabica

Original packaging

Grain Pro in Jute Sacks

Region

Letefoho, Ermera, Timor-Leste
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Recommended brewing method

Filter, Espresso

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50g Unroasted £3

30g Roasted £5

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Roasting Recommendation

In my experience, coffees from Karst and their partner producers in Letefoho are notably dense, with relatively high moisture content. They share similarities with washed coffees from East Africa in terms of flavor profile and characteristics, and can be roasted using a similar approach.

When roasting these coffees, it’s essential to start with higher initial heat to effectively remove moisture and avoid an extended color change phase. Maintaining consistent energy throughout the roast, particularly leading into the first crack, is crucial. These coffees are known for having a strong, pronounced first crack, and it’s common for the Rate of Rise (ROR) to drop off sharply afterward. To avoid any potential crashes, especially if this aligns with your roasting style, preemptive adjustments might be needed.

In terms of development, these coffees are quite versatile. They feature a bright, high-quality acidity but can also benefit from a bit more development time to achieve a rich, deep sweetness. Experimenting with this balance can lead to wonderfully complex results in the cup.

Roasting Recommendation By

Ted Mahoney

From Cartwheel Coffee

Nottingham, UK

Meet your producer

Name Orlando Soares

Year Started 2021

Location Letefoho, Ermera, Timor-Leste See on a map

2023 marked the second year of our collaboration with Orlando Soares and the dedicated farmers of the Samoro group. Their motivation this season was unmistakable, driven by the excitement of seeing their hard work from the previous harvest embraced by the specialty coffee community.

The Samoro group is more than just a collection of farmers—they are neighbors and friends, bound by a shared vision of excellence. They support one another during the harvest, working side by side to ensure their coffee is processed with unwavering consistency. It’s this spirit of collaboration that sets them apart, and we’re proud to provide each member with the resources they need to continue refining their craft and producing exceptional coffee.

As a satellite group of Cristo Liurai, the Samoro farmers have also been guided by the wisdom of Luis Santos de Jesus, the lead farmer at Cristo Liurai. Luis’s mentorship has been pivotal in helping Orlando and his group establish precise record-keeping practices. By tracking fermentation and drying times closely, the group is learning to adapt their methods to meet the challenges of climate change, ensuring the highest quality in every harvest.

Meet your sourcing partner

Karst Organics

Countries of operation Timor-Leste

Established date 2017

Karst Organics is a relationship-driven green bean exporter and importer, dedicated to bridging the gap between the coffee farmers of Timor-Leste and specialty roasters. We spend half the year in Timor-Leste, including the entire harvest season in the mountains of Letefoho, working closely with our partner farmers across 144 households. This deep investment of time allows us to truly understand their communities, language, culture, and expectations, fostering transparency and stronger partnerships.

Our direct collaboration with producers within their coffee forests and households has naturally built a foundation of mutual trust and respect. Together, we navigate challenges and respond to needs as they arise, offering support wherever it’s needed. This includes direct investments in farm-level infrastructure, specialized training in processing specialty coffee, and hands-on assistance during critical harvest times—whether it’s lifting, carrying, picking, sorting, pulping, washing, or drying coffee.