Description
Robusta and Arabica Instant Coffee SD05 – Spray Dried Blend from Vietnam
SD05 combines Robusta and Arabica in a spray dried instant coffee with a chocolate-and-fruit aroma and a balanced, slightly bright taste. Helena Coffee Vietnam produces this robusta and arabica blend at our instant coffee facility for brands, distributors and food manufacturers that want a more aromatic instant coffee than a pure robusta, at a lower cost than 100% Arabica.
Why blend robusta and arabica in instant coffee?
Each species brings something different to an instant coffee. Robusta gives body, crema and caffeine, while Arabica adds aroma, gentle acidity and sweetness. By roasting and extracting robusta and arabica separately and then combining the extracts before spray drying, we can fine-tune the balance and keep it consistent from batch to batch. The Wikipedia article on instant coffee explains how spray drying turns coffee extract into powder.
SD05 is a typical brown instant coffee powder with an aroma of chocolate and fruit and a taste that is bitter with a slightly sour, lively note, which helps it stay fresh-tasting in milk coffee and iced drinks.
SD05 specifications
| Product code | SD05 |
|---|---|
| Ingredients | Robusta and Arabica coffee beans |
| Form | Spray dried powder |
| Colour | Typical coffee brown |
| Taste | Bitter, slightly sour |
| Aroma | Chocolate, fruit |
| Shelf life | 24 months |
| Packaging | 10 kg or 25 kg bags; custom OEM packing |
| Certifications | ISO 22000, HACCP, FDA registered |
| Origin | Vietnam |
Applications
SD05 is designed for black and white instant coffee, 2-in-1 and 3-in-1 premixes, vending and office coffee, and ready-to-drink beverages. Its fruity top note makes it a good match for iced coffee and coffee-flavoured dairy products. For brands that need a robusta and arabica instant coffee with a more refined aroma than standard blends, SD05 is a cost-effective choice.
If you are comparing blends, our SD04 uses a fixed 80% Robusta and 20% Arabica ratio for a stronger, more classic profile, while SD05 is tuned for aroma. We are happy to send both samples so your team can compare them side by side.
Bulk and OEM terms
- MOQ: from 1 MT for trial orders; a 20 ft container holds about 10–12 MT.
- Bulk packaging: 10 kg or 25 kg bags with PE liner.
- OEM and private label: glass jars from 50 g to 200 g, sticks and sachets.
- Pricing: FOB Ho Chi Minh City, CFR or CIF to your port.
- Payment: T/T, L/C or CAD for bulk; OEM orders 50% deposit and 50% before shipment.
- Lead time: about 2–3 weeks for bulk; 20–30 days after artwork approval for OEM.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between SD04 and SD05?
Both blend robusta and arabica. SD04 has a fixed 80/20 ratio and a classic strong profile; SD05 is tuned for a more aromatic chocolate-and-fruit character.
Is SD05 suitable for retail jars?
Yes. We pack SD05 in glass jars, sticks or sachets under your brand, or supply bulk powder for your own packing line.
What documents are provided?
Each shipment comes with a certificate of analysis, Certificate of Origin and the commercial documents, and our facility holds ISO 22000, HACCP and FDA registration.
Can SD05 be used in cold drinks?
Yes. The powder dissolves readily in cold water and milk with a little stirring, so it works for iced coffee, frappés and ready-to-drink formulations as well as hot drinks.
Related products from Helena Coffee
You may also be interested in Spray dried instant blend SD04, Spray dried instant coffee blend, Freeze dried instant coffee blend, or browse our full range of spray dried instant coffee range.
Request a free SD05 sample and a bulk or OEM quotation for robusta and arabica instant coffee. Contact Helena Coffee at info@helenacoffee.vn, WhatsApp +84 789 818 828, or via our contact page.
