India
Indo-Pacific
On a ship sailing the Cape of Good Hope from India to Europe, a legendary coffee process would be discovered by accident. During transport, constant humidity and ocean winds caused by the Indian monsoon season made the coffee beans swell, change texture, and take on a pale-yellow color. These “Monsooned” beans were a hit in Europe for their mellow, smooth flavor. And while modern producers don’t knowingly maroon boats full of beans, Monsooned coffee is still made today.
Monsooning with Control
Using condition-controlled warehouses, the famous flavors adored by Europeans can be replicated again and again. This is done by exposing the beans to constant humidity during monsoon season, so the beans undergo the same characteristic changes. Monsoon Malabar tends to be low in acidity and sweetness with high body and a rich mouthfeel.
Madikeri
Our Indian Monsoon Malabar’s high quality is thanks to several long-standing (some as long as 100 years) family farms and the region’s geographical makeup. Madikeri is surrounded by mountains, making it ideal for growing coffee, the elevation of which ranges from 1,220 – 1,524 masl. At these elevations, coffee develops citrus, vanilla, cocoa-dusted nutty flavors, with possible notes of spiced wine.
Drying
Drying coffee on cement patios in the sun takes about 6 - 7 days until it’s ready. The beans are spread out thin in layers in rows and shifted every 30 - 40 minutes.
Fresh Roasted Coffee
Indian Monsoon Malabar is an example of a coffee that’s processing method is more significant than its origin. This a unique coffee with unmatched smoothness and a mellow flavor and mouthfeel. Notes of baker's chocolate come through predominantly and finish with mild, creamy flavor.
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