Robusta Clean Coffee Beans Grade 1 – S16/S18 | Daklak Vietnam
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Robusta clean coffee beans grade 1 from Dak Lak: natural, sun-dried robusta with 90% min above screen 18 and the balance above screen 16, black beans 0.1% max and broken 0.5% max. Our standard grade 1 natural lot for espresso blends, phin coffee and private-label ground coffee.
- Moisture 12.5% max · foreign matter 0.1% max
- Hulled, de-stoned, polished, gravity and optical sorted
- New 60 kg jute bags · 19.2 MT per 20 ft
- FOB Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) · CFR/CIF on request
Coffee Beans Product Information
Robusta clean coffee beans grade 1 (S16/S18) are our standard grade 1 natural robusta from Dak Lak, the heart of Vietnam’s Central Highlands. The word that matters is “clean”: the beans are sorted to 0.1% black and 0.5% broken, far below the 2% black & broken allowed in a commercial screen 18 grade. The result is a heavy, chocolate-toned robusta that importers, roasters and traders in more than 55 countries use for espresso blends, instant coffee and private-label ground coffee.
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Origin | Dak Lak (Buon Ma Thuot), Vietnam |
| Species | Robusta (Coffea canephora) |
| Grade | Grade 1, clean |
| Screen size | 90% min above screen 18; balance above screen 16 |
| Black beans | 0.1% max |
| Broken beans | 0.5% max |
| Foreign matter | 0.1% max |
| Moisture | 12.5% max |
| Processing | Natural (sun-dried), machine cleaned, color sorted |
| Crop | Current crop; new crop from November |
| Packing | New 60 kg jute bags; GrainPro liners, 25 kg vacuum or 1,000 kg jumbo bags on request |
| Container load | 20 ft: 320 bags = 19.2 MT; 40 ft: about 26–27 MT |
What Makes Robusta Clean Coffee Beans Grade 1 “Clean”?
On our price list, “clean” means a grade 1 natural robusta that has been through the full cleaning and sorting line: de-stoning, gravity tables and optical sorters. That keeps black beans at 0.1% max, broken beans at 0.5% and foreign matter at 0.1%. A commercial grade 1 screen 18 lot, by comparison, allows 2% black & broken combined.
S16/S18 describes size. At least 90% of the beans stay above screen 18 (about 7.1 mm) and the rest above screen 16 (about 6.3 mm), so the lot combines a bold bean with a practical size tolerance. Our guide to sorting and grading explains how size fractions are separated.
Cup Profile & Applications
Heavy body, low acidity, dark chocolate and roasted-nut notes, and a dense crema in espresso.
- Espresso blends: blends well at 20–40% with arabica, adding body and crema.
- Vietnamese phin coffee: used on its own for strong, traditional brews.
- High-caffeine ground coffee and private-label roast-and-ground lines.
- Instant coffee: a clean raw material for extraction.
Not the best fit: specialty menus that want a cleaner, more delicate robusta cup. For those, a washed lot such as our robusta fully washed coffee beans is the better choice.
Processing & Quality Control
Cherries are picked from around October to January and sun-dried to 12.5% moisture. At our Dak Lak mill the dried coffee is hulled, de-stoned and polished, then passed over gravity tables and optical sorters to reach the limits above.
Every lot is cupped and graded, and the pre-shipment sample is drawn from the actual bags you will receive, not from a reference lot. Independent SGS, Cotecna or Cafecontrol inspection can be arranged on request, and our facility is certified to ISO 22000:2018.
Packing, Shipping & Ordering
- MOQ: from 1 MT; one 20 ft container with 320 new jute bags (19.2 MT) is the standard shipment. A 40 ft takes about 26–27 MT, subject to weight limits.
- Packing options: GrainPro liners, 25 kg vacuum bags or 1,000 kg jumbo bags on request; kraft-paper lining and desiccants as standard.
- Price: follows the daily London robusta market and is confirmed by a signed PI; FOB Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai), or CFR/CIF to your port.
- Lead time: about 2–4 weeks from confirmed PI to vessel departure.
- Payment: 30% T/T deposit and 70% against copy of B/L, or irrevocable L/C at sight.
- Documents: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, ICO certificate of origin, phytosanitary and fumigation certificates.
Related Products
- Grade 1 robusta coffee beans new crop: clean grade 1 contracted from the fresh harvest.
- Robusta coffee screen 16 grade 1: smaller beans cleaned to 0.5% B&B, at a slightly lower price.
- Vietnam wet polished robusta: wet-polished surface for whole-bean presentation.
- Browse all robusta green coffee beans.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from robusta grade 1 screen 16?
This S16/S18 lot has at least 90% of beans above screen 18, with the rest above screen 16. Our screen 16 lot has smaller beans throughout and costs slightly less. Choose robusta clean coffee beans grade 1 when bean size and body matter, and screen 16 for cost-driven ground or instant products.
Is this coffee washed or natural?
Natural. The cherries are dried whole in the sun before hulling, which gives the heavy body and dark chocolate notes. If you need a washed profile, ask about our fully washed and wet polished lots.
How much fits in a container?
A 20 ft container holds 320 bags of 60 kg, about 19.2 MT. A 40 ft container holds about 26–27 MT, depending on weight limits on your route.
Can I check the coffee before it ships?
Yes. We send a pre-shipment sample drawn from the actual bags, and you can book SGS, Cotecna or Cafecontrol inspection. Buyers are also welcome to visit our Dak Lak mill; Buon Ma Thuot is about a one-hour flight from Ho Chi Minh City.
Certifications
Exploring Vietnam Robusta: Bold Flavor Profile and Unique Taste
Vietnam shines as the top global exporter of robust and flavorful Robusta coffee, with its lush Central Highlands provinces—Kon Tum, Gia Lai, Dak Lak, Dak Nong, and Lam Dong—dedicating around 90% of their coffee fields to this thriving crop.
This bountiful bean also thrives in midland regions like Vung Tau and Dong Nai, known for their high yields. Delve into the aromatic world of Robusta coffee through renowned growing regions such as Pleiku, Ayun Pa, Buon Ho, and the iconic Buon Ma Thuot—celebrated as Vietnam’s coffee capital.
Attitude
Nestled at an elevation of 500m-600m above sea level, the Central Highlands of Vietnam boast rich red basalt soil and a cool, rainy climate—perfect conditions for cultivating exquisite Robusta coffee for centuries. This region’s beans are famed for their potent caffeine content, bold flavors, and low acidity, enticing coffee aficionados worldwide.
Yet, the allure of Central Highlands coffee lies in its unique regional nuances. Some beans enchant with silky notes of butter, oil, or caramel, while others capture the essence of the sun-kissed highlands and crisp mountain breezes. Discover the captivating tastes that have made Central Highlands coffee a cherished treasure for generations.
Environment
Climate factors such as precipitation, temperature, and humidity play a crucial role in shaping a coffee’s maturation, overall flavor, and quality. Coffee-producing countries either boast naturally ideal conditions for growth or employ innovative techniques to enhance their ecosystems.
Robusta coffee, in particular, thrives in a harmonious dance with its environment, flourishing under the tender care of nature’s elements. As you indulge in its rich, bold flavors, you’ll savor the exquisite results of this intricate interplay.
Precipitation
500m – 800m
Temperature
17℃
Humidity
71%
Processing
Coffee processing involves separating the bean from the cherry, with popular methods like washed, dry, and honey, among others. Each technique emphasizes different aspects to create unique flavors, inviting you to explore and savor the diverse world of coffee.
Washed
Fully Washed
Dried
Sun-dried
Natural
Fully Washed
Timeline
Harvest and export times are based off when a particular coffee will be at its peak quality. Cherries picked at the start of the harvest season tend to be underdeveloped, and those picked at the end are often overdeveloped, so producers aim for that sweet
Harvest
Export
Dec – Sept
Dak Lak Viet Nam
Dak Lak Province, nestled in Vietnam’s Central Highlands, earns its title as the “capital” of Vietnamese coffee with its sprawling green coffee fields cascading across the region’s basaltic hills, bathed in sunlight and caressed by gentle winds. Home to numerous distinguished coffee brands, Dak Lak’s exceptional beans have captured hearts worldwide, with exports reaching over 80 countries and territories, solidifying its global reputation for exceptional coffee.
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