Expect lychee, floral, juniper, white tea, dark chocolate, bright acidity, tea-like
Why We Love This Coffee
The work at Kerehaklu is rooted in conservation and coexistence.
Each harvest reflects a careful balance between cultivation and the natural environment, where native microbes play a central role in fermentation. These microorganisms are unique to the estate’s soils and shape cup character while bringing a sense of place to each lot.
This “lime culture” is added to the coffee while it undergoes submerged fermentation for 36 hours.
The Details
Country: India Region: Chikmagalur District, Karnataka, Western Ghats Farm: Kerehaklu Estate Producer: Ajoy and Pranoy Thipaiah Varietals: S9 Process:Culture-inoculated washed Altitude: 1025-1175 m.a.s.l. Roast:Medium-light Weight: 10 oz (284 g)
Since 2019, the family has invested in infrastructure to refine post-harvest processing. From extended fermentations to experimental drying methods, their focus has been on elevating cup quality while preserving the estate’s ecological integrity.
The result is a range of coffees that connect roasters to the biodiversity of the Western Ghats through both flavor and story.
