This Monsoon Malabar AA is a distinctive coffee from the Malabar Coast of India, one of the world's most unique coffee-growing regions. The beans undergo a special monsooning process where green coffee is stored in open-sided warehouses, exposed to moist tropical monsoon winds for several months. This traditional method, dating back to British colonial times, replicates the conditions of long sea voyages. The beans absorb moisture, swell to double their original size, and develop a pale golden color. The result is a full-bodied, earthy coffee with low acidity and spicy notes, produced at 1,000 to 2,000 meters altitude.
Faodail Roastery is a Glasgow based specialty roaster founded by Kenneth and Simone. The name is Gaelic for "lucky find." They keep the range deliberately focused: one blend and a small number of single origins, chosen for quality and seasonality. All coffee is 100% Arabica, roasted in small batches to order and dispatched immediately to preserve freshness. Sourcing runs through leading specialty importers with an emphasis on ethical, sustainable, and traceable supply chains. Their retail packaging is fully recyclable and carbon neutral, and wholesale customers receive complimentary barista training.
