Indra – Monsooned Malabar Café Crema from India

Monsooned Malabar Arabica Espresso from India

Thunder In The Cup – inspired by Indra, the god of rain and thunder.

In Hindu mythology, Indra is the god of rain, lightning, and thunder. As the mighty lord of the heavens, he represents courage and determination – reminding us that we can master the storms of our own lives and emerge from them stronger.

Indra in the Chiraku Cycle

Indra represents an elemental factor in the coffee cycle. The monsoon provides the coffee plants with vital moisture, thus shaping their growth and the development of complex aromas. At the same time, the monsooning process reflects this natural power, as the beans are exposed to the humid monsoon winds again after harvest, giving them their unique character.

Indra's Selection – 100% Monsooned Malabar Arabica

Indra is a Monsooned Malabar Café Crema from India that combines Arabica and Robusta beans, achieving its exceptionally smooth and full-bodied character through a traditional finishing process.

During the so-called monsooning process, the raw coffee beans are exposed to humid monsoon winds for several weeks. In open warehouses, the beans continuously absorb moisture from the air, swell up, and change both their color and their structure in the process.

Thanks to this special process, the beans lose a large portion of their acidity and develop an especially round and smooth body. The high proportion of Monsooned Arabica ensures mild, chocolatey, and harmonious aromas, while the Monsooned Robusta gives the coffee additional depth, spice, and a dense crema.

This Indian specialty coffee impresses with notes of dark chocolate and roasted nuts, combined with a distinct spicy depth. Full-bodied, virtually acidity-free, and with a long, slightly tart finish, Indra unfolds a powerful yet balanced character.

Flavor Profile & Origin

Flavor profile: very low acidity, dense body, notes of dark chocolate, roasted nuts, and warm spices

Beans: 70% Monsooned Malabar Arabica & 30% Monsooned Malabar Robusta

Origin: India, Kerala & Karnataka

Partner: Aspinwall & Company

Growing altitude: Arabica: 1000 - 1500m & Robusta: 500 - 1000m

Recommended preparation: Portafilter & fully automatic machine

Grind size: Very fine for portafilter machines, fine for fully automatic coffee machines