The front of a 16 ounce bag of Dean’s Bean’s Organic coffee labeled “Timor Atsabe"
The back of a 16 ounce bag of Dean’s Bean’s Organic coffee
A 5 pound bag of Dean’s Bean’s Organic coffee labeled “Timor Atsabe”
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Timor Atsabe

Cupping Notes: Chocolate. Full Bodied. Spicy.

Roast Level: Medium

$19.59
Description

[Roast Level] Medium

[Region] Atsabe, Timor

[Cooperative] Cooperativa Cafe Timor

[Partners Since] 2009

[Altitude] 800-1600m

[Varietal] Bourbon, Timor Hybrid

[Processing Method] Fully Washed

We’ve collaborated with this community to design and implement the following initiatives:

  • Computer and Computer Training for School Children
  • Atsabe Village Empowerment
  • Soccer Ball Project
  • Medicine for Rural Clinics
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This Coffee's Story

Our story with Atsabe began in 2009, when Dean’s Beans became the first roaster to source coffee directly from this remote community. What started as a trading partnership has grown into a true relationship built on trust and shared purpose. Together, we’ve supported schools, youth programs that open doors to opportunity, and rural health clinics that provide life-saving care. 

Group of people standing outside a clinic building with 'Clinic Cafe Unior Malabe' sign.

During our visit to Timor in the fall of 2023 we visited nearby Malabe, where the one small clinic is a lifeline for farming families who once had to travel hours for even the most basic treatment. By walking alongside the farmers of Atsabe since 2009, we’re working together on real solutions that strengthen the community today, and for generations to come. 

women and children waiting at the clinic

Coffee from East Timor has a flavor all its own, spicy, with a lively hint of acidity and rich chocolate tones. It’s a taste that reflects the rugged mountains where it is shade grown, and the strength of the farmers who cultivate it. Coffee grows almost wild here, tall and scraggly, with some plants almost 75 years old! 

a budding coffee tree

This Coffee's History

2004
Medicine for Rural Clinics (CCT)
  • Distributed medicine to doctors and paramedics. 
  • Funding commitment: $5,000 
2009
Make Coffee Not War

Spread knowledge of how the world coffee communities operate. 

2009
Recording Studio (CCT)
  • Worked to establish a recording studio for Timorese musicians. 
  • Also worked toward a farmer-owned and -operated café/roastery. 
2009
Soccer Ball Project (CCT)
  • Provided 200 fair trade soccer balls for President's Youth Anti-Violence initiative. 
  • Gave young Timorese their first insight into progressive business and hope. 
2009
Atsabe Village Empowerment (CCT)
  • Forged first direct coffee industry relationship with a village in the country. 
  • Allowed villagers to share in development and bred accountability. 
  • Promoted sustainability and improved standard of living. 
2012 - ongoing
Education Support (CCT)
  • Providing computers, computer training, school supplies, and language instruction to Atsabe High School. 
  • Funding commitment to date: $12,590 
2020
COVID-19 Relief (CCT)
  • Funded COVID-19 measures and supplies in 8 clinics, 28 mobile clinics, and coffee drying fields and processing facilities - reaching 900 workers per day. 
  • Clinics provided free primary health care services to 25,600 co-op members and the general public.  
  • Funding: $4,000 
2022
Computer Education Project (CCT)

Computers and other essential resources for four schools in the Atsabe Region

Funding commitment to date - $5100

2024
Atsabe Schools (CCT)
  • Funding for school supplies  
  • Funding $5000 
2024
Malabe Health Clinic (CCT)
  • Provided supplies and support 
  • Funding $5000 
  1. 2004
    Medicine for Rural Clinics (CCT)
  2. 2009
    Make Coffee Not War
  3. 2009
    Recording Studio (CCT)
  4. 2009
    Soccer Ball Project (CCT)
  5. 2009
    Atsabe Village Empowerment (CCT)
  6. 2012 - ongoing
    Education Support (CCT)
  7. 2020
    COVID-19 Relief (CCT)
  8. 2022
    Computer Education Project (CCT)
  9. 2024
    Atsabe Schools (CCT)
  10. 2024
    Malabe Health Clinic (CCT)
  • 5 stars: 8 (100%)
  • 4 stars: 0 (0%)
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  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
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Mary
Our favorite blend we return to time and again

Our favorite blend we return to time and again. Timor Atsabi has just the right taste and we drink it every morning! We are long-time Dean's customers and this blend is one we've ordered the most! Thank you Dean's Beans!

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Rachel
My favorite bean

Every time I drink this coffee, I am reminded why coffee is so delicious. It is velvet smooth, not overly acidic, and bold. It is my absolute favorite. The perfect cup.

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JP
Great for Cold Brew Too

Year round my wife and I love drinking cold brew made at home with Deans Beans. So normally we get a limited edition to drink hot sporadically. But Timor Astabe makes the best cold brew! That and of course Dean's Beans cold brew blend, we get them both equally.

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Randi
Laughing Man coffee

I bought this coffee because I am in love with the little laughing man from this co-op. He is so cute and happy he makes me want to smile as I drink his coffee. And a delicious coffee it is! I don't know much about cupping notes, don't really taste chocolate or spicy, but it is full bodied with a heavenly aroma. It is very smooth and maybe somewhat sweet with a great aftertaste. Tell Mr Gomes I love his coffee! It makes me happy.

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Jennie
Delightful - it's our new favorite!

We received the Timor Atsabe roast in a sampler as a Christmas gift from a friend who knows how much we LOVE coffee. We are typically fans of a medium bodied Ethiopian Yirgacheffe, but this is our new favorite! We hand grind it and brew it in a French press or pour over, either way it is delightful!

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Jamey
Wonderful Medium Roast

I prefer dark roasts, but I thought I'd try this since it was from a region I enjoy. Wow! This is delightful and bold all at the same time.

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Peter
The Best Coffee

We've tried a variety of coffees, but nothing compares to Timor Atsabe. We first ran into it through our local co-op (they were running a special on it), and we've been in love ever since. A perfect coffee for any purpose!

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P.
Timor Atsabe is a favorite!

I've tried many blends of medium and medium-dark roasts and always come back to Timor Atsabe. It is a favorite in our home