🧬 Coffea × libex — A New Discovery

What was once called "Sarawak Liberica" is now confirmed as Coffea × libex — a natural interspecific hybrid between Liberica and Excelsa. Confirmed by 7,618 SNP markers and the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Published in Scientific Reports (Nature Portfolio). Sarawak holds the world's highest concentration of Libex — yielding dry aromatics of Arabica, with nutty & chocolate notes never found in standard Liberica.

Read the full research →

Nature Portfolio, 2025

What Makes This Coffee Special

🌍

Single Origin

100% Sarawak peat-soil grown, no blends

🧬

Rare Varietals

Liberica, Libex, Excelsa — you won't find these in supermarkets

👃

Rich Aroma

Smooth taste, balanced body, pleasant aftertaste without bitterness

🏆

Premium Roasted

Carefully processed — from cherry to roasted bean with quality control

🌱

Climate-Resilient

Thrives in heat & humidity. A viable future for coffee in a warming world.

🤝

Direct Trade

Farmer to buyer — no middlemen, better price for both sides

Product Line & Pricing

ProductDescriptionPrice
☕ Raw Coffee Beans (Liberica/Libex)Green beans, ready for roasting. Premium single-origin from Ben Lie farm.RM 100/kg
🔥 Roasted Coffee Premium (Liberica/Libex)Premium roasted to order. Rich aroma, smooth body, chocolate & nutty notes.RM 130/kg
🍵 Cascara TeaMade from dried coffee cherry husks. Naturally sweet, fruity, with caffeine.RM 100/kg
🌸 Blossom TeaRare coffee flower tea. Delicate floral notes. Extremely limited harvest.RM 1,000/kg
🫘 Raw Robusta BeansStrong, bold, high-caffeine. Ideal for espresso blends and traditional kopi.RM 45/kg
🖤 Roasted Premium Dark RobustaDark roasted for intense body. Perfect for kopi-O, espresso, and local brews.RM 60/kg
🎁 Local Products (Ret Rang / Insabi)Ready-to-drink traditional Sarawak coffee sachets. 100g pack.RM 20/100g

Prices are FOB Sarawak. MOQ varies by product. Contact us for shipping quotes to your destination.

"We are not commercial specialty coffee. Our coffee is at the international level. The coffee from our village is sent to the Earthlings Coffee Workshop in Kuching — they grade it, cup it, process it. I sell at RM 100/kg in Kuala Lumpur. We're looking for international buyers who understand what we're growing here."
— Ben Lie, Coffee Farmer, Sarawak

Compare Sarawak Coffee Varietals

Liberica

The Classic

Bold, smoky, low acidity. Large beans with thick pulp. The traditional Sarawak coffee — strong character, tropical fruit notes. Ideal for drinkers who want something different from Arabica.

🧬

Libex (Hybrid)

New Discovery

The Liberica-Excelsa hybrid confirmed by Kew Gardens in 2025. Dry aromatics closer to Arabica, with pronounced nutty and chocolate notes. Thinner pulp = easier processing. Sarawak has the world's highest concentration.

🍫

Excelsa

Complex

Dark dried-fruit notes, chocolate undertones. Often used in blends to add depth and complexity. Tart, fruity, and distinctive — prized by specialty roasters for its unique cup profile.

💪

Robusta

High Caffeine

Strong, bold, higher caffeine content. The backbone of traditional Malaysian kopi. Excellent for espresso blends, instant coffee, and anyone who wants a powerful morning kick.

Why Source From Ben Lie?

Single-Farm Traceability

Every bean comes from one farm. You know exactly where your coffee is grown and who grows it.

Four Varietals, One Source

Liberica, Libex, Excelsa, Robusta — all from the same farmer. Simplify your supply chain.

Premium Processing

Roasted to order with careful quality control. Green beans also available for roasters who want full control.

Beyond Beans

Cascara tea and rare Blossom tea — additional revenue streams beyond just coffee beans.

Interested in sourcing? Let's talk.

Whether you're a roaster, importer, café chain, or distributor — we'll connect you directly with Ben Lie. Samples available on request.

Contact Us About Coffee