Iwannitosa Putra

"Iwannitosa Putra views coffee not merely as a product, but as a legacy of education and family livelihood. Raised by coffee-farming parents in the Gayo Highlands, Iwannitosa completed his university degree funded entirely by coffee harvests. Today, operating under PT. Putra Gayo Internasional, he carries forward this family tradition in Atu Gajah Village, Bebesen, Central Aceh. For Cup of Excellence 2026, Iwannitosa selected a lot consisting of 100% Ateng, processed through Sumatra's signature Washed Wet-Hulled (Giling Basah) method.
In the Gayo Highlands, where harvest season frequently coincides with heavy rainfall, wet-hulling is a practical necessity.
Iwannitosa proves that mastering this traditional technique requires strict timing and precise execution at every stage, turning a regional necessity into a clean and consistent cup profile.
Beyond processing standards, Iwannitosa highlights the human element behind Gayo coffee culture. His farm operations prioritize smallholder collaboration and rely heavily on female agricultural workers, whose detailed care during harvesting and sorting adds essential value to the coffee. For Iwannitosa, competing on Cup of Excellence is a step forward to inspire local farmers and secure a sustainable future for the next generation.

“For us in Gayo, growing coffee is a noble calling. My parents paid for my college education through coffee, proving that this crop is not just our livelihood, but the key to our children's future.”