Bali is not only an island of rich culture and stunning landscapes, but it’s also home to some of Indonesia’s most distinctive coffees. At FnB Coffee, we believe knowing the price of Bali coffee is as important as appreciating its flavor. In this article, we’ll walk you through what determines the cost of Bali coffee, typical price ranges in 2025, and where you can get the most value for your money.
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Many of Bali’s finest coffees come from highland regions — notably the highlands around Kintamani, where volcanic soils and elevated altitudes create excellent conditions for Arabica beans.
These environmental conditions, combined with traditional cultivation and processing methods (natural or washed), give Bali coffee a flavor profile that often includes bright acidity, citrus or chocolate notes, and a medium to full body.
Because of these qualities, Bali coffee — especially single‐origin Arabica from Kintamani — is regarded as a specialty coffee rather than a commodity.
Factors Affecting Bali Coffee Price
The price of Bali coffee depends on several interrelated factors. The grade and quality of the beans play a major role — higher‑grade Arabica beans fetch better prices.
Processing method matters too: natural or carefully washed beans, sorted and processed with care, tend to be more expensive. The supply chain also affects price: beans that go through many intermediaries before reaching consumers cost more, while direct‑trade or farm‑to‑cup coffee can be more valuable.
Finally, the growing demand for specialty coffee — locally and globally — drives price up, especially for Bali coffee marketed as single‑origin or boutique offerings.
Typical Bali Coffee Prices (2025)
Based on market data from several specialty coffee traders and retailers, a typical price for green (unroasted) Arabica Bali Kintamani beans — Grade 1 / specialty class — ranges around US$21.61 per kilogram.
Converted to Indonesian Rupiah (approximate exchange rate US$1 = IDR 16,000), that would be roughly IDR 345,000 per kilogram.
If you look at retail coffee beans generally sold in Indonesia (not always specialty grade), market‑wide prices range from about US$3.09 to US$8.32 per kilogram (≈ IDR 52,000 to IDR 138,000/kg).
As for a cup of coffee sold in Bali cafés, typical drink prices (for standard coffees like espresso, Americano, latte, etc.) lie in the ballpark of US$1.00 to US$3.20 (≈ IDR 16,000–51,000) per cup, depending on type.
These figures illustrate the wide variation in “Bali coffee price”, depending on quality, processing, and form (bean vs brewed cup).
Why Premium Bali Coffee Costs More — and Why It’s Worth It
Premium Bali beans (single‑origin, carefully processed) cost more because of the care taken at each stage: cultivation at high altitude, volcanic‑soil growing, selective harvesting, meticulous processing, and often limited yield. Because many producers in Bali adhere to small‑scale, sustainable, or direct‑trade practices, the cost to produce premium-quality beans tends to be higher than commodity-grade coffees.
The resulting beans, when roasted and brewed properly, yield complex, nuanced flavor profiles (citrus, chocolate notes, balanced acidity) that are characteristic of specialty coffee. For those who value flavor depth, ethical sourcing, and origin transparency, as FnB Coffee does, the higher price reflects true value.
Where to Buy Bali Coffee (and Get the Best Value)
If you want authentic Bali coffee at fair pricing, one good option is to go for specialty‑grade beans from trusted sources. At FnB Coffee, we offer these beans for wholesale or retail purchase; for example, you can check out our Bali Kintamani Arabica blend here.
Buying green beans means you can roast them yourself (if you have the setup), which may reduce cost compared to pre‑roasted retail coffee. Alternatively, purchasing directly from farms or cooperatives in Bali — when possible — helps cut out middlemen, which can also improve value.
For brewed coffee as a souvenir or gift, cafés around Bali often price drinks modestly (as indicated above), offering a taste of local coffee culture without high cost.
Conclusion
Bali coffee pricing reflects a spectrum — from affordable commodity beans to premium specialty Arabica from Kintamani with rich flavor and ethical sourcing. As data shows, specialty green beans hover around US$21.61/kg (≈ IDR 345,000/kg) in 2025, whereas commodity‑level coffee may cost far less.
If you care about quality, flavor, and supporting sustainable coffee production, premium beans are worth their price.
At FnB Coffee, we stand firmly for transparency, quality, and fairness. If you’re looking for the best Bali Arabica beans sourced directly from Kintamani, you can explore our products at FnB Coffee here.
I write for FnB Coffee, and I always have a passion for writing anything that can presents Indonesian Coffee Diversity. From the highlands of Sumatra to the volcanic soils of Java and the unique flavours of Sulawesi, I hope to tell a plethora of stories to showcase the history, customs, and creativity behind Indonesia’s coffee culture. From the cultivation side of farming and sustainability, to brewing and flavor notes, my articles dive into everything to find out what makes Indonesian coffee truly one of a kind.