Our First Roast Sourced from Farms in India
I N D I A N C O F F E E
The coffee farm is located in the corner of the majestic South Indian Western Ghats Near Bababudangiri, where Indian coffee originated from.
A L T I T U D E M A T T E R S
The farm produces diverse varieties between 1250-1450 masl and has exquisite conditions for growing coffee. Ratnagiri Estate has been producing distinguished coffee since 1927.
T H E F A R M
The Ratnagiri Estate farm is owned and operated by Ashok Patre. “Ratnagiri” translates to “pearl mountains” as the dense silver oak trees decorate the hillside with a silver hue, they tower over and provide shade to the remarkable coffee plants.
Introducing Indus
Our flagship roast uses very aromatic beans from a family farm near Banglore, India. of masala chai that take you on a nostalgic trip to the streets of India. The green beans are imported from the Ratnagiri Estate farm in Karnataka and freshly roasted in Vancouver. This new roast is like bringing a piece of India into each bag.
With tasting notes like masala chai, white pepper, and dried dates. This vibrant, sweet-tasting coffee is unlike anything we have on our lineup.
masala chai, white pepper, dried dates
Ratnagiri Estate
Bababudan, Karnataka, India
Since 1927, generations of the Patre family have dedicated their lives to producing coffee at Ratnagiri, caring for a land that has rewarded their passion and perseverance. The farm reached new heights of quality after the decision was made to invest in modern agricultural technology in the year 2000. Since then, Ashok has continuously pursued and invested in improvements to his farm which has led to continued improvements in the quality of his coffee.
Ratnagiri Estate coffee is a popular purchase amongst fine flavor-seeking palates across the world. At an average elevation of 1000-1500 m.a.s.l., the region has an annual rainfall measuring between 1750-2200 mm. The area's climate is mild, with cool winds, and offers excellent conditions for coffee cultivation with stable temperatures ranging between 14 –32 degrees Celsius. The land is nourished by two freshwater streams that adhere to strict environmental guidelines regulated by government quality and pollution control boards. With a strong commitment to environmental conservation and sustainability, the coffee from the Ratnagiri estate is a fine blend of art and passion!
Ancient Civilization
The Indus River is the most important water source in India, in fact, the entire country of India is named after the River. It is one of the fifty largest rivers in the world, stretching from Tibet all the way to the Arabian Sea, and is the backbone of agriculture in Punjab. The Five Rivers of Punjab, the rivers that name the region (Punj meaning five, ab meaning water/river), all flow into the Indus River. The powerful river was crucial to the survival of civilizations in the Indus Valley and continues to be the source of irrigation for the rich soils of Northern India and Pakistan.
