Potterbeans Monsoon Malabar AA

Potterbeans believe in bringing people the best brew possible and with as little environmental impact as possible. The combination of these two goals led them to focus on wood-roasted coffee, the age-old method of preparing beans for brewing coffee. They maximise the palette and benefits of wood roasting and do so sustainably.

Region: Karnataka, Western Ghats, India

Species: Arabica

Growing Altitude: 1100-1200m

Process: Monsooned

Harvest: October-February

Aroma: Spicy

Flavour: Earthy, smoky, dark chocolate

Body: Medium

Acidity: Medium

WHOLE BEANS

The 'Monsooning' process, exclusive to India, has a rich history and yields a uniquely robust cup of coffee. Originating from the era of coffee farming during British colonial rule, this method emerged when the extended shipping time from India to Europe, amid high humidity and sea winds, caused the coffee beans to swell and age.

ECOM has been actively engaged with producers since 2008 through their Sustainable Management Services program. This initiative plays a crucial role in supporting and procuring some of India's finest specialty coffee.

The Baba Budan hills are a distinctive part of the Western Ghats, a sprawling 1,600km mountain range renowned for its abundant flora and fauna, recognized as a biodiversity hotspot. Notably, the town of Chikmagalur, the origin of this coffee, boasts numerous natural streams, fostering a thriving ecosystem in the area.