COFFEE Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)     What is Java Coffee Java is the term used to describe coffee beans grown on the island of Java, Indonesia's main island. Java joe, and brew are nicknames used to describe coffee. The term Java to describe a cup of coffee has stuck around for centuries Java coffee has become a fundamental component of Indonesian culture. Coffee and tea plantations were created on the island of Java with the coffea arabica (Arabica coffee) plant being planted in these plantations. While the Java tea products are not considered to be anything special and are not viewed as a gourmet tea, the coffee produced in Java is a whole different story. The term Java is often used to describe coffee grown in other areas but true coffee lovers understand that a true cup of Java coffee is made from coffee beans from the actual island. While some may question what the big deal is about labeling coffee beans that aren't from Java as being Java coffee, coffee lovers understand the influence of the growing conditions of a specific area on coffee plants. Coffee beans produced from coffee plants will be affected by the soil, altitude, and climate of the area that it is grown in. The conditions of the coffee growing area will impact the characteristics of its growing coffee beans, such as the flavor of the coffee and the aroma. The reason why Java has become such a common slang for any type of coffee is because of its reputation as one of the best tasting cups of coffee. Viewed as a gourmet coffee, the most sought after Java coffee are grown on the far eastern end of Java in the vicinity of the Ijen volcanic complex. In this area reside the four farms originally established by the Dutch government for coffee production. These four farms (Kayumas, Blawan, Djampit, Pancoer) are part of the government estate, which grows approximately 85% of the coffee in East Java, close to Bali on the Ijen area. The Java coffee produced by the government estate is generally of a higher quality than the Java coffee produced by the private estate. The optimal conditions for coffee plants to be grown in Java is that they reside at an altitude of between 3,000 and 6,000 feet, with the majority of coffee growing areas residing at a plateau region of 4,500 feet. By the standards most other coffees are compared to, Java coffee is now among the most popular coffee products in the world. Its taste has been described as exquisite, as coffee lovers swear by its spicy and strong flavor. Java coffee is also known for its heavy body, exquisite acid balance, and chocolate-like undertones. Additionally, Java coffee is praised for not having the earthy and dirty qualities of other coffees produced in other areas of Indonesia.   Coffee  · About Us  · Privacy Policy  · Return Policy · Ordering and Shipping FAQ · Coffee Glossary · Coffee History · Site Map  · Links Copyright © 2005 Coffee Service Plus, 410 Andbro Drive, Pitman, NJ 08071