Robusta Cherry A Green Bean (Unwashed)

Sensory Profile

• Aroma: Strong and rustic with notes of toasted grain, dark malt, and a hint of woody spice.

• Acidity: Negligible; the natural processing highlights a smooth, flat profile that provides a neutral base for complex blending.

• Body: Full-bodied and syrupy. It is prized for its high soluble solids, which contribute to a massive, persistent crema in espresso extractions.

• Tasting Notes: A deep, savoury profile featuring dominant notes of unsweetened cocoa, roasted peanuts, and a pleasant, smoky finish. It provides a clean "kick" and a structural depth that stands up perfectly to milk and sugar.

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The Craftsmanship

• Traditional Shade-Grown Method: Cultivated under the protective canopy of native forest trees in the Western Ghats. This slow-ripening environment allows the beans to develop a superior density, ensuring they remain resilient and flavorful during the high-heat roasting process.

• Meticulous Sun-Drying: The craft lies in the natural drying phase. Whole cherries are spread on clean, paved yards and manually raked and turned repeatedly. This labour-intensive process ensures that the fruit dries evenly, preventing the development of harsh "rubbery" taints and locking in the bean’s natural sugars.

• Mechanical and Manual Sorting: Following the de-husking of the dried cherries, the green beans undergo precision mechanical sifting. This is followed by rigorous manual hand-sorting to remove any defective beans or foreign matter, ensuring that our Robusta Cherry A meets the strict purity standards required by global roasters.