The latest entry into our Small Lot Coffee series takes us to the Kintamani region of Bali, where the rich, volcanic soils (courtesy of nearby Mt. Batur) and warm climate create an ideal environment for growing bold, flavorful coffee beans. Here, in the lush, humid highlands, farmers hand-pick coffee cherries and wet-process them using the traditional giling basah method, where hulls are removed before the beans are completely dried, resulting in a stronger body and relatively reduced acidity. It all makes for a deliciously unique (and uniquely delicious) cup of coffee that could only come from Kintamani. In other words, everything a Trader Joe’s Small Lot Coffee should be. With its medium dark roast and balanced profile of orange peel, dried fruit, and warm vanilla, Trader Joe’s Kintamani Small Lot Coffee is perfect for serving with sweet, fruit-forward pastries and hearty breakfast foods. Each sip starts with a spicy, almost peppery note, which is intercepted by the coffee’s balanced acidity, and eventually flows into a gentle, vanilla-tinged finish. It all makes for a smooth, yet bold, start to your morning, but be warned, if you want a chance to enjoy it, act soon. Like all Trader Joe’s Small Lot Coffees, supplies are decidedly limited.