Araku Reserve – Washed Arabica (Chandragiri)
A rare gem from the Eastern Ghats, with citrus blossom fragrance, brown spice warmth, and a sweet lime aftertaste.
₹720.00
Origin: Araku Valley, Eastern Ghats (India)
Altitude: 1095m
Varietal: Chandragiri Arabica
Process: Washed Arabica
Harvest: January 2025
Notes: Citrus Blossom • Brown Spice • Sweet Lime
Cup Score: 85.50 (Specialty Grade)
Overview
Discover the soul of the Eastern Ghats with this exceptional washed Arabica from Araku Valley, a coffee-growing region celebrated for its pristine environment, tribal farming traditions, and sustainable cultivation practices.
Hand-harvested in January 2025, this Chandragiri varietal thrives at 1095 meters above sea level, where rich red soils, high altitude, and organic methods combine to create coffees of extraordinary clarity and sweetness.
Tasting Experience
Aroma: Citrus blossom, sweet pomelo, floral hints
Flavour: Crisp brown spice layered with green apple and mandarin
Body: Medium-silky, smooth, with a rounded mouthfeel
Aftertaste: Lingering peach, sweet lime brightness
Cup Score: 85.50 – Specialty Grade
Expect a cup that balances delicate florals with zesty citrus and spiced sweetness, perfect for discerning coffee enthusiasts who seek complexity and refinement.
Basically:
Who it’s for: Coffee lovers who enjoy floral, refreshing cups with ahint of spice
Best Brewing: Pour-over (V60), French Press, AeroPress
“Coffee with a conscience – GI tagged, organic, and unforgettable.”
The Araku Valley in Andhra Pradesh is one of India’s most celebrated specialty coffee origins. Cultivated by indigenous farmer cooperatives under biodiverse shade, Araku coffees have gained global acclaim for their clean cup profiles and sustainable impact.
Unique Terroir: High-altitude farms nestled in the lush Eastern Ghats
Sustainable Practices: 100% organic, community-led farming
International Recognition: Araku coffees are consistently rated among India’s finest specialty coffees
GI Tagged: Guaranteeing origin authenticity and traceability
This lot represents the finest expression of Araku coffee, meticulously processed to specialty standards and certified under RFA, GI Tagged, and C.A.F.E. Practices.
