Cherry Pick comes from Ratnagiri Estate in the Bababudangiri region, family-owned by the Patre family since 1927. Third-generation grower Ashok Patre shade-grows the cherries alongside pepper and cardamom at 1,200 meters. The cherries go through a meticulous anaerobic natural fermentation in stainless steel tanks, locking in the stone-fruit sweetness and syrupy body that defines this lot.
🌎 Origin: Ratnagiri Estate, Western Ghats, India
⚗️ Process: Anaerobic Natural
🔬 Variety: S795 / Chandragiri
🔥 Roast: Medium-Light
Customer Reviews (4.7 / 5 · 22 reviews)
Adam★★★★★
The pepper and coffee intercropping really comes through in the cup—there's a subtle spice note that makes the morning brew feel special. I've been grinding it for pour-over and the aroma fills the whole kitchen.
Ruby★★★★★
I was curious about the shade-growing method used here, and the smooth cup with hints of pepper really reflects that care. Brewed a pour-over this morning and it had a clean, balanced finish without any bitterness.
Brian M.★★★★★
I’ve been brewing this with my pour-over and the notes are incredibly smooth, with a subtle hint of that pepper and cardamom from the estate. Knowing it’s grown by a third-generation family gives it a nice story behind each cup.
Sofia B.★★★★★
The fact it’s shade-grown alongside pepper really comes through in the cup—there’s a subtle, almost spicy complexity that makes my morning pour-over feel special.
Kevin M.★★★★★
The flavor is incredibly smooth with a nice depth from the shade-growing process. I also love that it’s grown alongside pepper, which gives it a subtle complexity you don't get from mass-market beans.
Evelyn N.★★★★★
First sip and I could taste the difference—the pepper and cardamom shade-growing really comes through in the finish. It’s smooth, not bitter, and I love knowing it’s from a family estate that’s been at it since the 1920s.
Claire★★★★★
The fact it’s shade-grown alongside pepper really comes through in the cup—smooth with a subtle, unexpected complexity. I’ve been reaching for this bag more than my usual morning blend.
James K.★★★★★
I usually buy lighter roasts, but the shade-growing process here gives these cherries a really nice, balanced sweetness. Tried it as a pour-over this morning and the flavor felt cleaner than most single-origin beans I've had lately.
Thomas V.★★★★★
The cherries are noticeably denser than other beans I've tried, and they grind with a satisfying heft. Brewed a cup that had a lovely, clean finish without any bitterness—great for a morning pour-over.
Alexander G.★★★★★
The pepper intercropping really comes through in the aftertaste—it’s subtle but adds a complex, earthy finish that sets it apart from most single-origin beans. I’ve been brewing it as a pour-over and the flavor stays consistent cup after cup.
