Nilgiri Estate Dark

About Nilgiri Estate Dark

The Nilgiri hills — the “Blue Mountains” of Tamil Nadu — reach elevations above 1,800 metres, making them one of India’s highest coffee-growing zones. The cool temperatures slow bean development on the tree, concentrating sugars and creating a complexity rarely found at lower altitudes.

Our Nilgiri Estate Dark is a single-estate washed Arabica pushed to a full-city dark roast. The high-altitude origin means the bean retains structure even at darker temperatures: you get the depth and warmth of a dark roast without the bitter harshness of over-roasted lower-altitude beans.

Flavour profile

• Aroma: Dark cherry, cedar, smoky cocoa
• Taste: Bittersweet chocolate, dried dark fruit (plum, raisin), cedar
• Finish: Long, resonant, and warming
• Body: Full and velvety — a standout as filter coffee or as the base of a rich latte

Best brewing methods

Method	Grind	Ratio
South Indian filter	Very fine	1 : 5
French press	Coarse	1 : 12
Moka pot	Fine	1 : 7

Sourcing & sustainability

Sourced from a single estate in the Ooty (Udhagamandalam) area. The estate follows organic-transition practices and is working toward full certification. Zero chemical fertilisers have been used for the past three harvests.

Storage

Store in an airtight container away from direct light and heat. Whole beans remain at peak quality for up to 45 days after the roast date printed on the bag.