Old Brown Java – Green Coffee Beans

Old Brown Java Green Coffee Beans are raw, unroasted Indonesian coffee beans known for their long-aged character, low acidity and deep, mellow profile. Unlike Monsooned Malabar, Old Brown Java develops its distinctive character through ageing rather than monsooning.

Origin and Coffee Details

• Country: Indonesia
• Origin: Java
• Altitude: Approximately 700–1,500 m above sea level
• Variety: Typica
• Style: Aged green coffee
• Format: Raw, unroasted coffee beans

What is Old Brown Java?

Old Brown Java is valued for the changes that occur as green coffee is deliberately aged over an extended period. Ageing softens acidity and changes the bean’s colour and flavour character, producing the earthy, woody and spicy profile associated with this traditional style.

Potential Flavour After Roasting

When roasted, Old Brown Java can produce earthy, woody, musky and spicy characteristics with a full body and low acidity. Medium to darker roast development can complement its deeper, more traditional profile.

Home Roasting

Aged beans can differ visibly from fresher green coffee, so monitor aroma, colour and overall development rather than expecting them to behave exactly like a conventional washed coffee.

Please note: These are raw, unroasted coffee beans and must be roasted before grinding or brewing.

FAQs

Is Old Brown Java the same as Monsooned Malabar?

No. Old Brown Java is an aged Indonesian coffee, while Monsooned Malabar is an Indian coffee exposed to humid monsoon conditions after initial processing.

Why are the green beans brown rather than green?

The darker colour develops during the ageing period and is characteristic of this style of green coffee.

Are these beans roasted?

No. Despite their brown appearance, they are unroasted coffee beans and must still be roasted before brewing.

Is Old Brown Java low in acidity?

It is generally known for a softer, lower-acidity profile after roasting.

How should I store it?

Keep the beans cool and dry, away from moisture, heat and strong odours.

Explore our Asian and Indonesian green coffees or browse all green coffee beans.

We are currently in the process of moving from Royal Mail to Amazon Shipping as our delivery partner. During this changeover, you may receive tracking notifications from Amazon Shipping.

At Redber, all coffee is roasted to order to ensure maximum freshness. Each bag is labelled with your unique order number. We aim to roast and dispatch orders on the same day they are placed.

Roasting takes place six days a week, Monday to Saturday, with dispatches occurring Monday to Friday. We aim to process all orders by 4:00pm; however, during particularly busy periods, please allow an additional working day in case of a roasting backlog.

Delivery

Orders of £40 and Over

• Standard Tracked Delivery (2–5 working days) – Free
• Express Tracked Delivery (1–2 working days) – £3.00

For Orders Under £40

• Standard Tracked Delivery (2–5 working days) – £3.95
• Express Tracked Delivery (1–2 working days) – £4.45

Please note: next-day delivery cannot be guaranteed, as all coffee is roasted to order.

Delivery Exceptions

• Free delivery applies to Mainland UK only.
• Northern Ireland & Scottish Highlands and Islands (0.01kg – 5kg) – £5.00
• Northern Ireland & Scottish Highlands and Islands (5.01kg – 30kg) – £15.00
• Delivery to PO Boxes & BFPO is not available.

All delivery charges include VAT.

For orders exceeding 100kg, please contact us for a quotation. If an order is unusually large or heavy, additional delivery charges may apply. Where applicable, we will contact you to confirm any additional costs prior to dispatch.

Track Your Order

Once your order has been dispatched, you will receive a confirmation email with your tracking details.

We work with Amazon Shipping, Royal Mail, DPD and DHL. Depending on the service used, tracking updates may be provided by email and, in some cases, by SMS. You can follow your parcel's progress using the tracking link provided in your dispatch confirmation.

Please allow a short period after dispatch for tracking information to become active.

If you have not received your tracking email, please check your junk or spam folder before contacting us.

Damaged or Incorrect Orders

If your order arrives damaged or incorrect, please contact us within 24 hours of receipt. We will offer a replacement or a refund where appropriate.

We recommend inspecting your goods before signing for them. If this isn't possible, please sign as 'unexamined'. Any visible damage should be reported to the delivery driver at the time of delivery.

To help us resolve the issue quickly, please include photographs of the damaged goods when you get in touch.

Returns — Consumer Customers

This section applies to purchases made by individuals acting as consumers, not in the course of a business.

Right to Cancel

Under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013, you have the right to cancel your order within 14 days of receiving your goods. You will be responsible for the return shipping costs.

To be eligible for a refund, items must be returned unused, in perfect condition, and in their original, unopened packaging. Delivery charges are non-refundable. Please allow up to 14 working days for the return and refund process.

To initiate a return, please contact us at contact@redber.co.uk or call 01483 80 85 80, quoting your order number (found in your order confirmation email and packing slip).

Exemptions from the Right to Cancel

The right to cancel does not apply to:

• Goods that are perishable or have a short shelf life
• Customised or personalised items
• Items sealed for hygiene reasons that have been unsealed after delivery
• Services that have already been completed

As all our coffee is roasted to order and customised for your chosen brew method, some products may not be eligible for cancellation. This does not affect your statutory rights if a product is faulty or not as described.

Returns — Business Customers

This section applies to all purchases made by businesses, sole traders, partnerships, limited companies, or any buyer purchasing in the course of a trade or business.

No Statutory Right to Cancel

The Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 and the Consumer Rights Act 2015 do not apply to business-to-business (B2B) transactions. Business customers do not benefit from a statutory 14-day cooling-off period or any equivalent right to cancel simply because they have changed their mind.

Our B2B Returns Policy

Redber does not accept returns from business customers unless a return has been expressly agreed in writing by Redber prior to the goods being returned.

In addition to the above, we will not accept any return where:

• The packaging has been opened, broken, or tampered with in any way
• The goods have been used, prepared, brewed, or consumed to any extent
• The goods are perishable or have a short shelf life (which applies to all roasted coffee)
• The goods were roasted, blended, or ground to a custom specification for that order

These conditions apply regardless of the reason for the return request, except where the goods are confirmed to be faulty or not as described (see below).

Faulty or Misdescribed Goods

Nothing in this policy limits or excludes Redber's obligations under the Sale of Goods Act 1979. If goods supplied to a business customer are of unsatisfactory quality, not fit for purpose, or materially not as described, the business customer retains the right to:

• Reject the goods and obtain a refund, or
• Request a repair or replacement

Any such claim must be notified to us in writing within a reasonable time of delivery, and we reserve the right to inspect the goods before agreeing a remedy. Photographs of any defect should be provided at the point of notification.

How to Request a Return

If you believe your order qualifies for a return under the limited circumstances set out above, please contact us in writing at contact@redber.co.uk before returning any goods, quoting your order number. Goods returned without prior written authorisation will not be accepted and may be returned to sender at the business customer's expense.

Refunds

Refunds will be issued to the original payment method used. We aim to process all refunds promptly and efficiently.