Merthi Subbangudigy Estate (MS Estate) is located in the Sahyadari ranges of the Western Ghats, Chikmagalur, Karnataka. The estate is part of Balanoor Plantations which is run by Mr Ashok Kuriyan and his son Mr Rohan Kuriyan. Arabicas (rain forest certified) are grown under the shade of tress like, Silver Oaks, Dadaps and various jungle woods. Special attention is paid to every aspect of picking, pulping, fermenting, washing, drying and curing. The practice of sustainability and environmental responsibility is the heart of the farm.
Cup Notes – Jujube Fruit, Dark Honey & Caramel Custard
Roast Profile – Light-Medium
Merthi Subbangudigy Estate (MS Estate) is located in the Sahyadari ranges of the Western Ghats, Chikmagalur, Karnataka. The estate is part of Balanoor Plantations which is run by Mr Ashok Kuriyan and his son Mr Rohan Kuriyan. Arabicas (rain forest certified) are grown under the shade of tress like, Silver Oaks, Dadaps and various jungle woods. Special attention is paid to every aspect of picking, pulping, fermenting, washing, drying and curing. The practice of sustainability and environmental responsibility is the heart of the farm.
About the Process-
The Kents banana leaf psd is a special coffee for us as it's one of the first experiments we did last year which succeeded. The coffee is carefully harvested to ensure only the best cherry is taken for this nano lot. The cherries are pulped trying to retain as much mucilage on the bean before it is dried on the raised beds under fresh banana leaves. The coffee is raked frequently and the leaves changed when it dries. The pulp and the banana leaf give these coffees it's beautiful fruity complex character.
Location - Baba Budan Giri, Chikmagalur, Karnataka
Altitude – 1200 mt. Masl
Varietal – Chandragiri
Process – Honey
Cup Notes – Java Plum, Black Grapes & Candied Roasted Nuts
Roast Profile – Light-Medium
This family owned coffee estate dates back four generations and is owned by the Kariappa Family, now an all-women run concern. The estate is located in the Bababudan mountains of Southern India and the family is focused on producing single origin, shade-grown, biodiverse coffee with an effort to conserve the regions natural habitat (a UNESCO biodiversity hotspot). The estate and ecosystem support more than 80 varieties of birds (www.ebird.org) and is Rainforest Alliance Certified.
About Honey Process
Ripe coffee cherries were selectively hand picked. The cherries were then floated in a plastic barrel and the floats were separated with a strainer. The fruit was then manually fed into a pulper without water and then pulp and husk were collected separately. After the pulp and husk are removed, the beans are placed in GrainPro bags, which are sealed for 48 hours. During this time, the bags allow for the beans to undergo a natural fermentation process, which helps to enhance their flavor and aroma. Following this stage, the coffee beans are sun-dried for an hour before being transferred to raised beds in a poly house. The beans are then left to dry for a period of 10-20 days, during which time they are regularly monitored and turned to ensure even drying.
Cup Notes – Raspberry, Vanilla Extract, Milk Chocolate, Indian Spices
Roast Profile – Light-Medium
Baarbara Estate is a haven of innovation and tradition, combining the best of both worlds to craft exceptional coffee. While their commitment to sustainable practices remains unwavering, they constantly seek new ways to enhance the coffee experience. Handpicked and hand-sorted, each bean undergoes meticulous care at their in-house dry mills, ensuring exceptional quality and traceability. With a passion for creativity, they experiment with innovative fermentation techniques, that is truly a testament to their expertise and dedication.
About the Process-
Coffee cherries with brix of 20-23 are carefully hand picked. To ensure superior quality, greens and half-ripened cherries undergo another round of sorting. Washed with pristine stream water, any floaters are removed, leaving only the best cherries. After being packed into fermentation tanks for 48 hours, the cherries are pulped slowly without water and placed on raised beds for drying. The entire drying process takes a minimum of 18-22 days, resulting in the finest coffee cherries, bursting with flavor and aroma in every sip.
Cup Notes – Green Apple, Biscuit Crumbs & Strawberry Jam
Roast Profile – Light-Medium
Baarbara Estate is a haven of innovation and tradition, combining the best of both worlds to craft exceptional coffee. While their commitment to sustainable practices remains unwavering, they constantly seek new ways to enhance the coffee experience. Handpicked and hand-sorted, each bean undergoes meticulous care at their in-house dry mills, ensuring exceptional quality and traceability. With a passion for creativity, they experiment with innovative fermentation techniques, that is truly a testament to their expertise and dedication.
About the Process-
Coffee cherries with brix of 20-23 are carefully hand picked, floaters are eliminated before the cherries undergo a 48-hour fermentation in tanks. Placed on raised beds under the gentle shade, the cherries dry slowly until reaching the perfect moisture level. The result is a rich and aromatic coffee, capturing the essence of each cherry and delivering a truly exceptional cup
