Coffee Review – Morning Mist by Ikkis Coffee

The Coffee

Estate : Ratnagiri
Roaster : Ikkis Coffee Roasters
Varietal : Catuai
Process : Naturals

The EsTate : Ratnagiri

Ratnagiri Estate is nestled in the Western Ghats of South India. As part of a tiger reserve, we peacefully coexist with the rich wildlife, contributing to the biodiversity and sustainability of the region. The story begins in 1927, when Patre K Shivappaiya, embarked on a remarkable journey. With a vision and a passion for coffee, he acquired this very land, then partly a jungle. With unwavering dedication, he began clearing the land and planting the first coffee seeds in early 1929. Patience and perseverance became our guiding principles as we nurtured these young trees, finally welcoming the first harvest in 1934.
Over the years, Ratnagiri Estate has transformed into a thriving coffee haven. They are committed to honoring the legacy of those who came before them, while constantly innovating and striving for excellence. Through generations of passion and hard work, they have become one of India’s leading specialty coffee producing farm.

The Roaster : Ikkis Coffee Roasters

Ikkis Coffee Roasters (इक्कीस) — also known as 21 Coffee Roasters — is a specialty coffee roastery from Chandigarh, India, crafting premium single-origin specialty coffee. (2)

The Bean : Catuai

Could also indicate farm’s chosen refined stock (SLN6).

Instituto Agronômico (IAC), Brazil

Leaf Tip : Green

Bean Size : Average

Plant Size : Dwarf

Yield : From year 3

Catuai = Mundo Novo (Typica x Bourbon) x Caturra

Catuai ~ Mutation of the Bourbon variety.

Notes : Balanced, flavorful, chocolate and citrus notes.

The process : Naturals

My thoughts

as a light roast, it was a fantastic hot winey coffee. i can not for the life of me taste florals but the coffee was mildly tarty like dried fruits with sublime acidity. i finished this mostly was pourovers.

Tags: catuai, Ikkis, Naturals, ratnagiri