Summer in Kodaikanal (Light Roast)

#1 SERIES - FRUIT FORWARD LOTS | SUMMER IN KODAIKANAL

Mandarin brightness & rounded body that carries a lingering tropical fruit finish.

Suitable for all brew methods. 

About the region / estate :

This lot was sourced from St. Joseph Estate, situated in the hills of Perumalmalai in Kodaikanal, a region often referred to as the Princess of Hill Stations. The estate sits at approximately 4000 feet above sea level, where cooler mountain temperatures allow for slower cherry maturation and a more concentrated sugar development in the fruit.

The coffee is composed of Catimore, Chandragiri, and SLN9 cultivars, varieties well suited to the high elevation conditions of the region. Cherries were harvested at peak ripeness and processed as sun-dried naturals, using controlled dehydrator technology to carefully regulate moisture loss during the drying phase. This method allows for a stable fermentation environment while preserving the integrity of the fruit sugars and aromatic compounds.

Roasters thought :

During roasting, we aimed to highlight the coffee’s natural fruit density and creamy structure. The profile follows a light roast approach with elevated airflow and a development ratio of approximately 14%, allowing for clarity of flavour while maintaining the underlying sweetness and tactile body.

In the cup, the coffee expresses a profile reminiscent of strawberries and cream, supported by a soft mandarin-like acidity and layered tropical fruit undertones. The acidity is sweet and rounded rather than sharp, and the mouthfeel develops into a medium to medium-heavy body with a smooth, almost velvety texture.