Category: Food > Civet
One of the most fascinating and expensive coffees in the world is Kopi Luwak, which is produced in Indonesia. This coffee is made using beans that have been ingested and then excreted by the civet cat, a small mammal native to the region. The civet selectively eats ripe coffee cherries, and during digestion, the beans undergo a fermentation process that enhances their flavor profile. After the beans are collected from the droppings, they are thoroughly cleaned and roasted, resulting in a cup of coffee that is often described as smooth, rich, and complex. The meticulous process, combined with the rarity of the civet's selective eating habits, contributes to Kopi Luwak's high price, sometimes exceeding $600 per pound, making it one of the priciest coffees available globally.