India Cherry AA – 100% robusta

For the first time in our offer – 100% Robusta. And not just any Robusta, but the finest quality, as Indian Cherry AA is considered the best of its kind.

Robusta is a different species of coffee, which means its flavor and aroma are distinctly different from the Arabicas we usually offer. Until now, you could only find Robusta in our Espresso Mestieri blend (where it makes up 20%). At the request of our customers, we are now introducing it in its pure form – a single-origin 100% Robusta.

As with all our coffees, we select only the best varieties. In this case, it is Indian Cherry AA, widely regarded as top-quality Robusta. The “AA” designation marks the highest grade (similar to classifications used for certain Arabicas). Our coffee comes from the Indian state of Kerala, where coffee cultivation dates back to the 19th century, introduced by the British.

India Cherry AA offers a heavy, foresty-earthy profile balanced with chocolate notes. It is a coffee with very low acidity but a noticeable spicy bitterness. As a standalone cup, it may be too intense for some, while others may absolutely love it.

It is also perfect for experimenting with your own blends, since Robusta is often used as a component in them. We include it only in our Espresso Mestieri, but you are free to create your own combinations (perhaps Ethiopian Yirgacheffe with Robusta? Sounds unusual, but it could be surprisingly good). When brewed on its own, it is best suited to pressure methods such as espresso machines or moka pots.

As a morning espresso, it truly packs a punch – Robusta contains twice as much caffeine as Arabica!