By Hiddie*
Are you looking for the best coffee places in Yogyakarta?
As a true coffee aficionado, a visit to Yogyakarta is incomplete without savoring its signature coffee. In this cultural hub, you can not only indulge in a delightful cup of coffee at trendy cafes but also embark on an adventure to seek out the finest roasted beans from master roasters. As a foreign tourist, I was not only interested in visiting cafes and hanging out to enjoy the served coffee, but I was also curious to learn more about some of the famous coffee roasteries in this city.
Fortunately, my guide, Mas Sontor,
who hails from Bantul (a small town south of Yogyakarta), was
willing to take me to these places to satisfy my curiosity.
Don't imagine the coffee here
is the same as the coffee in European cities or in my hometown in the Netherlands,
which is famous for its milky coffee. Yogyakarta offers a richer coffee
flavor adventure, in terms of taste, aroma, and nuances. Here, you can find
various types of local coffee with unique flavor profiles, from robust robusta
to smooth arabica, and served in a variety of ways.
What is coffee roasting?
Before we explore the
roasters in this Student City, let's first understand what coffee roasting is.
Simply put, coffee roasting is the process of heating raw coffee beans until
they change color and release their distinctive aroma and flavor.
There are three main stages in coffee roasting:
- Drying: Raw coffee beans with a water content
of around 12% are first dried. At this stage, the temperature must be carefully
controlled to prevent the coffee beans from burning.
- Browning: The coffee beans start to turn brown
and release their aroma. At this stage, the roasting process is slowed down so
that the coffee's flavor and aroma can fully develop.
- Development: The coffee beans mature and release
their best flavor and aroma. At this stage, the roasting process is slowed down
again to avoid bitterness and burning.
After going through these three stages, the coffee
beans are cooled and ready to be packaged or sold. There
are various levels of coffee roasting, from light to dark, which produce
different flavors.
Okay, do you understand what I mean by that?
Alright, so as not to prolong my talking here and there, now I want to focus on
telling you about the famous coffee roasteries in Yogyakarta. According to Mas Sontor,
my guide, there are many coffee roasteries in Yogyakarta, but these are the
only 5 places that I had the opportunity to visit in a very limited time.
Let's follow in the footsteps of coffee lovers as we explore five coffee havens in Yogyakarta:
3. Maison Daruma: More Than Just Coffee
A Haven for Coffee and Culinary Lovers:
Maison Daruma is not just a place to enjoy coffee, but also a space to pamper
your taste buds with delicious food. This cafe offers a variety of food menus
made with fresh, high-quality ingredients, perfect to be enjoyed with a cup of
coffee.
Learning and Experimenting:
Maison Daruma is not just a passive place to drink coffee. Here, you can take
barista classes, sample various types of coffee, and even try roasting coffee
beans yourself.
Active Coffee Community:
Maison Daruma has an active and friendly coffee lovers' community. You can
exchange ideas and experiences about coffee with fellow coffee enthusiasts, and
even make new friends.
- Address: Jl. Ipda Tut Harsono No.48, Muja Muju, Umbulharjo, Kota Yogyakarta
- Phone Number: +62 823-2519-1722
- Opening Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM WIB
2. Space Roastery: A Fusion of Cafe and Coffee Factory
Space Roastery is not just an ordinary cafe. Here, you
can witness firsthand the roasting process of coffee beans from start to
finish. Selected coffee beans from various regions in Indonesia are processed
using traditional and modern techniques, resulting in a complex and flavorful
coffee.
More Than Just a Cafe: Space
Roastery is not just an ordinary cafe. Here, you can experience the unique
atmosphere of a fusion cafe and coffee factory. Its modern and industrial
interior design creates a comfortable atmosphere for savoring coffee and
learning about the roasting process.
Witnessing the Art of Roasting: The
main attraction of Space Roastery is its roaster, which is open to visitors.
You can watch firsthand as skilled roasters process coffee beans with great
care, from sorting to roasting.
Tasting Exceptional Coffee: Space
Roastery not only offers high-quality coffee but also an unforgettable coffee
drinking experience. You can try various types of single-origin and house blend
coffees, as well as enjoy a variety of delicious dishes beautifully presented.
- Address: Gg. Loncang No.88, Rogoyudan, Sinduadi, Mlati, Sleman, DI Yogyakarta
- Phone Number: +62 822-8890-9088
- Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday, 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM WIB
3. Coday Coffee Lab & Roastery: A Paradise for Coffee Science Lovers
Modern Coffee Laboratory: Coday
is not just an ordinary roastery, but also a coffee laboratory dedicated to
studying and developing the best roasting techniques. The experts at Coday
continuously experiment with various roasting methods to produce coffee with
the perfect flavor.
Learning the Science Behind a Cup of Coffee: Coday
offers various educational classes about coffee, where you can learn about the
science behind a cup of coffee. You will learn about the various factors that
affect coffee taste, such as coffee type, coffee origin, roasting techniques,
and brewing methods.
Tasting Experimental Coffee: Coday
not only offers high-quality coffee but also coffee produced from the experts' experiments.
You can try various unique coffee types with unexpected flavors.
- Address: Jl. Ahmad Wahid, Mantup, Baturetno, Banguntapan, Kabupaten Bantul
- Phone Number: (0274) 8000026
- Opening Hours: Monday – Saturday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM WIB
4. Tanamera Coffee Roastery Jogja: A Legend in Modern Coffee
Pioneer of Specialty Coffee:
Tanamera has long been known as one of the pioneers of specialty coffee in
Indonesia. In Jogja, Tanamera not only presents a cozy cafe with quality coffee
but also a sophisticated roastery that produces the finest coffee beans.
Commitment to Quality:
Tanamera is committed to providing its customers with the best coffee. Selected
coffee beans are purchased directly from coffee farmers in various regions in
Indonesia and processed using proven roasting techniques.
More Than Just Coffee:
Tanamera not only offers coffee but also a rich coffee culture experience. You
can take various educational classes about coffee, such as barista courses and
cupping.
- Address: Jl. Jend. Sudirman No.3, Cokrodiningratan, Jetis, Kota Yogyakarta
- Phone Number: (0274) 5012738
- Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday, 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM WIB
5. Simetri Coffee Roaster: Local Coffee with International Flavor
Premium Local Coffee: Simetri Coffee Roaster focuses on
roasting premium-quality Indonesian local coffee beans. Selected coffee beans
are purchased directly from coffee farmers in various regions in Indonesia and
processed using proven roasting techniques.
International Flavor: Simetri Coffee Roaster not only
offers premium-quality local coffee but also coffee with an international
flavor. Coffee beans are processed using roasting techniques that produce a
complex and balanced coffee taste, favored by coffee lovers worldwide.
- Address: Jl. Sabirin No.20, Kotabaru, Kec. Gondokusuman, Kota Yogyakarta
- Phone Number: (0274) 5026959
- Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday, 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM WIB
Commitment to Sustainability:
Simetri Coffee Roaster is committed to supporting local coffee farmers and
preserving the environment. Coffee beans are purchased at a fair price and
processed using eco-friendly techniques.
More Than Just Coffee:
Simetri Coffee Roaster not only offers coffee but also a rich coffee culture
experience. You can take various educational classes about coffee, such as
barista courses and cupping.
Exploring Further
The five roasteries above are just a small part of the
coffee paradise that exists in Yogyakarta. There are many other places waiting
to be explored, where you can find exceptional coffee beans and learn about the
rich coffee culture in this city.
Tips:
- Before visiting a roastery, make sure to check the opening hours and
holidays.
- Many roasteries offer tours and educational classes about coffee.
- Don't forget to sample the various types of coffee offered at each
roastery.
- Bring home some of your favorite coffee beans to enjoy at home.
Yogyakarta offers not only cultural and architectural
beauty but also an unforgettable coffee adventure. So, what are you waiting
for? Prepare yourself to explore the coffee havens in Yogyakarta!
So, what are you waiting for? Prepare yourself for an
unforgettable coffee adventure in Yogyakarta!
*) Hoodie is a backpacker, coffee lover and new contributor to the See Coffees blog.
