India Monsooned Malabar AA, coffee 200 g

India Monsooned Malabar AA comes from Karnataka, India, where coffee is grown at 1000–1500 metres above sea level. It combines several Arabica varieties, with its distinctive character shaped by monsooning — exposing previously dried and hulled beans to humid monsoon air.

The history of this process is linked to long sea voyages from India to Europe. Aboard wooden sailing ships, humid air gradually changed the colour, size and flavour of the coffee beans. Today, this effect is recreated in coastal warehouses, where the beans are exposed to moisture-laden monsoon winds and regularly turned to ensure even processing.

We choose a dark roast (8/10) for this coffee to highlight its dark chocolate notes and sweet, full-bodied foundation. The flavour is rich and mellow, with virtually no perceptible acidity and notes of dark chocolate and walnut. The aroma carries hints of spice and caramel.

Coffee characteristics

Origin

India, Karnataka

Growing altitude

1000–1500 m

Arabica varieties

A selection of several varieties

Processing

Natural, followed by monsooning (Monsooned)

Roast level

8/10 (dark roast)

Acidity

Low

Tasting notes

Dark chocolate, walnut

Aroma

Hints of spice and caramel

Brewing recommendations

Choose whole beans for a coffee machine with a built-in grinder, or a suitable grind for other brewing methods. Adjust the coffee dose and brewing time to achieve your preferred strength.