Kopi Banyuatis, The Legend from North Bali

In terms of tourism, North Bali may not be as popular as South Bali. However, when it comes to natural potential, North Bali is just as competitive as any other region in Bali.North Bali is home to a wide range of natural resources, from cloves, cocoa, and vanilla, to the current prime commodity: coffee. Coffee has become an inseparable part of the Balinese way of life. It is often used as a medium to build and strengthen social bonds. Coffee is commonly served at social gatherings as a companion to conversations among family and relatives.The Banyuatis Coffee Factory in Singaraja, Bali, is one of the largest coffee producers on the island. Established in the 1900s, this factory has become an important part of Bali’s coffee history and culture.The history of the Banyuatis coffee factory began when Jro Dalang Gelgel, a coffee farmer from the village of Banyuatis, started his own home industry to process coffee beans. Then, in 1950, Putu Dalang, Jro Dalang Gelgel’s son, continued his father’s business and introduced his coffee at a simple coffee shop he built.In 1960, Ketut Englan, Putu Dalang’s son, established the brand “Kopi Banyuatis” and expanded its distribution across Bali. He later built a coffee processing factory in Singaraja, the main city in the Buleleng region of North Bali.Today, the Banyuatis Coffee Factory is managed by Gede Pusaka Harsadena, the son of Ketut Englan. Under his leadership, Bali Coffee Banyuatis has become the largest coffee powder producer in Bali, earning a special place in the hearts of the Balinese people.The Banyuatis Coffee Factory is known for producing high-quality Robusta and Arabica coffee. They also continue to innovate to produce trendy coffee products that are popular among coffee enthusiasts.One of the reasons Kopi Banyuatis has managed to win the hearts of coffee lovers in Bali is because it has a legendary flavor that has never changed. Despite utilizing modern machinery, Kopi Banyuatis still maintains the traditional method that has become its hallmark: roasting coffee using a stove and wood. This traditional flavor is what makes Kopi Banyuatis taste the same as it did decades ago when it was first introduced to the community.As the largest coffee factory on the island of Bali, Kopi Banyuatis proves that tradition and quality not only endure but also thrive amid the changing times. With its distinctive flavor and consistent quality, Kopi Banyuatis remains an essential part of Bali’s cultural identity.