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Tea & Cake – SKIA 48H Yeast Honey

Tea & Cake – SKIA 48H Yeast Honey

Delicate & Floral

Flavour Notes

Black Tea, Hibiscus, Passion Fruit, Vanilla Cake

Filter Roast

India

Pleasant aromas of vanilla cake and raisins leading to prominent notes of black tea with medium body, bright acidity, and undertones of passion fruit in the finish.

from ₹585.00

Weight

250g
2*250g

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It’s not unusual to find prominent tea notes in coffee and it was a pleasant surprise to experience a coffee that had aromas of vanilla cake followed by notes of black tea. Hints of raisins and undertones of passion fruit in the finish complement the tea-like profile of this coffee. The use of Saccharomyces Cerevisiae yeast induces depth and complexity in coffee and this lot is no exception. While working with yeasts is no easy task, Ashish Rao’s research-based approach delivers us with yet another spectacular lot that is a delight to work with on pourovers. The diverse flavor profile of this coffee gives you the opportunity to experiment with different ratios and temperatures to find multiple sweet spots and bring the best out of this lot with a variety of configurations.

The cup begins with pleasant aromas of vanilla cake with hints of raisins. Prominent notes of black tea show up tied together by rounded body and bright acidity. Undertones of passion fruit in the finish leave a mild and lingering sweetness in the aftertaste. This is a delicious, everyday coffee for pourover enthusiasts.

The process began with the careful pre-cleaning of coffee fruits to remove impurities. Following this, the fruits were subjected to colour sorting to ensure only the highest quality beans proceeded through the remaining steps. Floaters, which are less dense cherries that may indicate inferior quality, were carefully removed to ensure quality.

The next step involved partial-pulping of the selected cherries, after which they underwent an anaerobic fermentation process. This fermentation was conducted for 48 hours using Lalcafe’s Saccharomyces Cerevisiae yeast. This particular yeast was chosen for its ability to enhance flavor complexity and develop unique tasting characteristics in the coffee.

Finally, the coffee was dried on raised beds within a polyhouse. This controlled drying environment ensured optimal drying conditions, which are critical for preserving the delicate flavours developed during fermentation and avoiding any potential defects.

Producer

Ashish Rao

Region

Coorg

Altitude

1110 MASL

Type

100% Arabica

Process

48H Yeast Honey

Varieties

Chandragiri

Replacement policy

Wholesale Available

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About the farm

Skia, derived from the Greek word for shade, is a producer of Indian specialty coffee. All coffees are hand-picked, scientifically processed, and meticulously maintained with a focus on hygiene and ethical sourcing from the land of elephants and spices.

The journey begins at the farm, which is dedicated to producing high-scoring coffees that impress coffee lovers. The coffee beans are sourced exclusively from a specific farm or estate, ensuring traceability and quality. Hand-picking and scientific processing guarantee the highest standards for an exceptional cup.

Skia is committed to sustainability and ethics, allowing customers to enjoy their coffee with a clear conscience while savouring the traditional taste of Indian coffee in its purest form.

Ashish Rao, the founder of Skia and a mechanical engineer with a passion for agriculture and coffee, purchased this plantation four years ago. Since then, he has been dedicated to incorporating technology at every stage of the bean-to-cup journey.