This coffee is from Ratnagiri Estate in Chikmagalur, India, situated at 1,340 meters altitude. Produced by Ashok & Divya Patre using Selection 9 variety, it undergoes a Honey DRD process where cherries are fermented underwater in stainless steel tanks, then dried in a dark room dehydrator. The bean delivers candied yuzu with bright acidity and sweetness, yellow floral notes reminiscent of dandelion, and lemonade sweetness with red grape and fresh cherry undertones.
Origin
Chikmagalur (India)
Flavor Notes
Candied Yuzu, Lemonade, Dandelion, Yellow Floral, Red Grapes, Fresh Cherries
Shoebox Coffee Roasters is a Chicago based micro roastery focused on light roast profiles that emphasize acidity, complexity, and fruit forward flavors. Founded by Maxwell, who previously roasted for Jimmy Beans, the operation is built around sourcing and small batch production. Shoebox conducts origin trips to build direct relationships with farmers, including work with Hacienda La Papaya in Saraguro, Ecuador, sourcing varietals like Mejorado, Sidra, and Geisha. New coffee drops are released every Sunday, roasted and shipped fresh. It is a young roastery that has quickly earned a following in the specialty coffee community for the quality and intentionality of its sourcing.
