Robusta S16 S18 Wet Polished | Grade 1 | Blue Dragon Beans
$5.53
- Moisture: 12.5% max
- Foreign Matters: 0.5% max
- Black Beans: 0.1% max
- Broken Beans: 0.1% max
- Screen Size: 90% min above sieve No.18, No.16
- Packing: Jute bag
- Net Weight: 60 kgs
Coffee Beans Product Information
Blue Dragon Beans – Wet Polished Robusta S16 S18, Grade 1 from Daklak, Vietnam
Blue Dragon beans is the trade name for Helena Coffee Vietnam’s wet polished robusta in a mixed S16 S18 screen: Grade 1 coffee with only 0.1% black beans, 0.1% broken beans and 0.5% foreign matter, at least 90% of beans above screens 18 and 16, and 12.5% maximum moisture. The water polishing step removes the silver skin and leaves the bluish-green, glossy surface that gives the lot its name.
What sets Blue Dragon beans apart from standard robusta
Standard Vietnamese robusta is dried in the cherry, hulled and cleaned. Blue Dragon beans go through two extra steps: wet polishing, which strips the silver skin and surface dust, and a second pass over gravity tables and colour sorters to reach a 0.1% black and broken count. Roasters get less chaff, more even roast colour and a cleaner cup, while the mixed S16 S18 screen keeps the price below a pure SCR18 lot. The beans are processed in Daklak, Vietnam’s leading coffee province; Vietnam itself is the world’s largest robusta producer according to the International Coffee Organization.
Specifications
| Origin | Daklak, Vietnam |
|---|---|
| Variety | Robusta (Coffea canephora) |
| Grade | Grade 1 wet polished |
| Screen size | 90% min above screens 18 and 16 |
| Moisture | 12.5% max |
| Black beans | 0.1% max |
| Broken beans | 0.1% max |
| Foreign matter | 0.5% max |
| Processing | Natural, hulled, wet polished, gravity and colour sorted |
| Packaging | 60 kg jute bags, 320 bags per 20 ft container |
Cup profile and blending
Blue Dragon beans cup clean and smooth for a robusta: full body, cocoa and toasted-almond notes, mild bitterness and a long, sweet finish. Because the silver skin is gone, espresso blends built on these beans show a thick, stable crema without the ashy aftertaste of unpolished coffee. Roasters use them at 30–60% in espresso blends, at 100% for Vietnamese phin coffee and cold brew, and as a premium base for roast-and-ground retail packs.
Wholesale terms
- MOQ: 1 × 20 ft container (320 bags × 60 kg ≈ 19.2 MT); 40 ft about 27 MT.
- Packaging: 60 kg jute bags; GrainPro liners, 25 kg vacuum bags or jumbo bags on request.
- Pricing: FOB Ho Chi Minh City, CFR or CIF, fixed by signed PI.
- Payment: 30% T/T deposit and 70% balance by T/T, or irrevocable L/C at sight.
- Lead time: 2–3 weeks from PI confirmation.
- Documents: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, Certificate of Origin, ICO certificate, phytosanitary and fumigation certificates; SGS, Cotecna or Cafecontrol inspection on request.
Frequently asked questions
Why are they called Blue Dragon beans?
Wet polishing removes the silver skin and leaves the beans with a glossy bluish-green colour. Dragon refers to the Vietnamese origin, so the trade name describes the look and the source of the coffee.
What is the difference between Blue Dragon beans and the SCR18 wet polished lot?
Both are wet polished Grade 1 robusta from Daklak. The SCR18 lot is screened to 90% above screen 18 only; Blue Dragon beans accept screen 16 as well, which lowers the price while keeping the same defect limits.
Can I get a sample before ordering a container?
Yes. We courier 300–500 g samples worldwide so your roaster and QC team can approve the lot before the PI.
Related products from Helena Coffee
You may also be interested in Vietnam Robusta wet polished SCR18, Wet polished robusta green coffee beans S18/S16, Robusta Clean S16 S18 Grade 1, or browse our full range of Vietnamese Robusta green coffee beans.
Interested in Blue Dragon beans for your blend? Send Helena Coffee your volume and destination port and we will reply with an FOB/CIF offer and a free sample within 24 hours. Email info@helenacoffee.vn, WhatsApp +84 789 818 828, or use our contact page.
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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