Elevation: 1160 MASL

Variety: SL9

Processing: Blossom Culture Washed

Fermentation: 43 hr anoxic fermentation

Roast: Light

Producers: Ajoy and Pranoy Thipaiah

Tasting notes: black tea, Dates, & citrus fruit

A Selection 9 Arabica from the Mavinahatti Upper block at Kerehaklu, Chikmagalur, produced by Ajoy and Pranoy Thipaiah at around 1160 MASL. It's our first time working with Pranoy, and we're stoked to be launching this micro lot.

The block itself tells the story: gajje lemon and avocado in the understory, cluster figs and Indian redcedar in the canopy, and red iron-rich soil with strong microbial activity. Processed as a Blossom Culture Washed lot — 43 hours of anoxic fermentation, then 19 days drying in a polyhouse, hand-raked every 30 minutes on raised beds.

Expect black tea, dates, and citrus fruit, with creamy sweetness, banana, and a jammy finish. A distinctive, layered light roast. Best for expressive pour overs, bright espressos, and small fruity milk drinks.