Sumatra Mandheling coffee is a type of Arabica coffee that comes from the Mandailing region, located near the Bukit Barisan Mountains in North Sumatra. The name “Mandheling” is derived from the Mandailing tribe, a local ethnic group known for their expertise in coffee cultivation and processing.
The region boasts excellent climatic and soil conditions ideal for growing coffee plants. With its rich volcanic soil and an altitude exceeding 1500 meters above sea level, this area is well-suited for producing high-quality coffee beans.

Mandheling coffee was first introduced in 1835 when the Dutch East Indies government established the cultivation system (cultuurstelsel). They brought various coffee bean varieties from Java and began their initial cultivation efforts in Tanah Bato, South Panyabungan.
As time went on, this coffee spread to different areas in North Sumatra, including Pakantan and Angkola. Eventually, Mandheling coffee gained popularity and became one of Indonesia’s leading products in the global market.