Natural Process India — Coffee Profile

Overview

This naturally processed Indian coffee showcases the richness and sweetness that India’s high-elevation estates are becoming renowned for. Dried in the fruit, the beans absorb the deep fruit character and layered sweetness, producing a cup that’s both adventurous and comforting.

Roast Level

Medium–Light Roast

Tasting Notes

• Primary: ripe berry, dried mango, red grape
• Sweetness: jaggery, brown sugar, milk chocolate
• Body: syrupy, full, wine-like
• Finish: warming spice, cocoa, lingering fruit

Origin & Details

• Country: India
• Region: Western Ghats
• Elevation: 1,000–1,400 MASL
• Process: Natural (sun-dried in cherry)
• Varietals: Catuai, Cauvery, SL varieties (lot dependent)

Process

Cherries are harvested at peak ripeness and dried whole on raised beds or patios, turned frequently to ensure even drying. This slow fruit-in contact fermentation concentrates sugars and amplifies notes of berry, tropical fruit, and chocolate, while maintaining India’s signature round body and low-to-medium acidity.

Brew Recommendations

• Pour-over: accentuates fruit and florals
• French press: emphasizes chocolate and body
• Espresso: syrupy, jammy shots; great with milk

Suggested brew ratio: 1:15 to 1:16

Who Will Love This Coffee

• Fans of fruit-forward natural coffees
• Drinkers who enjoy chocolatey sweetness
• Anyone who loves full-bodied, low-bitter cups