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Jungle Mosaic - Medium Dark Roast

$20.00
Grind sizeWhole Bean

Shipping available across all 50 states in the USA.

Jungle Mosaic is a rich blend of Robusta and Arabica, grown primarily under the shade of sweet, Ficus (fig) trees. 

Behind the name: We’ve translated Jungle Mosaic to “Vanam Pookalam” in Malayalam, the predominant language of Kerala, India. Vanam means forest. Pookalam refers to a beautiful form of artwork made entirely of flowers and petals that Kerala is famous for. It’s like rangoli but made entirely of flowers rather than colored powder. Vanam Pookalam then is our vibrant blend of shade-grown coffee beans from both evergreen and moist deciduous forests, a mosaic of majestic forests.

Community behind the blend: Soliga (BR Hills) & Fair Trade Alliance of Kerala

About Wayanad, Kerala: Nestled in the Western Ghats of Kerala, Wayanad is a lush, biodiverse region known for its rolling hills, dense forests, and sprawling coffee plantations. With its cool climate, rich soil, and high-altitude terrain, Wayanad has long been a hub for specialty coffee cultivation. Beyond coffee, Wayanad is home to tea and spice plantations, and historical sites like the Edakkal Caves, which contain some of India’s oldest petroglyphs.

About B.R. Hills Tiger Reserve: The B.R. Hills Tiger Reserve is a stunning wildlife sanctuary where the Eastern and Western Ghats* meet. It is home to a significant population of Bengal tigers, along with elephants, leopards, sloth bears, and over 270 bird species. The indigenous Soliga tribal community has lived in harmony with this land (including its wildlife!) for generations, playing a vital role in preserving its rich natural heritage.

*two stunning mountain ranges in India

Altitude: 1200 (Arabica) and 700 (Robusta) MSL or meters above sea level

Varietal: SLN9 and Kent (coffee bean varieties native to India!)

Product Weight: 8.8 ounces or 250 grams

  • Cacao Bitters, Dried Cranberries & Roasted Almonds
  • Sweetness: 2/5
  • Body: 4/5
  • Acidity: 0/5
  • Bitterness: 3/5

The arabica brings nutty notes and brightness to the coffee, while the Robusta brings in body and crema. This strong, low-acidity blend is perfect as a latte or cappuccino or if you like your coffee with sweetener. It’s ideal for a true Robusta fan.

Washed Process (Arabica – Karnataka):

  • Coffee beans are surrounded by a coffee fruit, and the taste of the beans is influenced by how this fruit is treated once picked and prepared for roasting. The washed (or wet) process involves removing the outer fruit through fermentation and washing, ensuring that only the clean bean remains before drying. This is the most common method for processing coffee.

Natural Process (Robusta – Kerala):

  • In this method, the coffee cherries are left to dry with the fruit still intact, allowing the natural sugars and flavors from the fruit to seep into the beans as they slowly dry under the sun. 

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Jungle Mosaic - Medium Dark Roast

$20.00 USD

Shade-grown under Fig Trees

Ficus (fig) trees are ancient canopies that are indigenous to South Asia and hold profound meaning across all the faiths of Kerala, India’s most spiritually diverse state.

Coffee farms often contribute to deforestation, with large companies and farms clearing large swaths of land to create space for higher yields.

These beans, however, are nurtured under the shade of ancient fig trees. These trees not only enrich the coffee with their sweet flavor and nutrients but also act as carbon sinks, absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and helping to mitigate climate change. This is why purchasing shade-grown coffee is so important!

FAQs

How Does Pre-Ordering Work?

During our soft launch, you place your pre-order for coffee now, and we collect all orders to ship at once from India. This ensures you receive freshly roasted, high-quality coffee, rather than inventory that has been sitting on a shelf.

All pre-orders will arrive in the U.S. on June 15 and will be shipped pan-USA immediately after arrival, with an estimated delivery time of 5 days.

In the future, we plan to partner with a local roaster to roast and ship coffee fresh throughout the year. But as a new business, managing fresh inventory can be challenging. Pre-ordering is our way of sustainably launching – rather than investing our savings into inventory that we are not guaranteed to sell.

Coffee tastes much better when freshly roasted and shipped. By pre-ordering, you’re directly supporting a zero-waste approach, where only the necessary amount of coffee is imported from India—nothing extra, nothing wasted.

How do I know what grind size to pick?

We always recommend purchasing whole beans to preserve the freshness of the coffee for as long as possible. Grinding your beans right before making your coffee is life-changing. You’ll notice more flavor and aroma in your cup. However, coffee does remain fresh for 3 months and having your coffee pre-ground saves time. If you must get the coffee pre-ground, this is what we recommend:

  • Medium Fine: South Indian filter, Moka Pot, Drip, Home Espresso, Chemex
  • Medium: Pour-over (Hario V60, Kalita Wave, Cone Drippers), Aeropress, Flat bottom filters, Siphon Brewers
  • Coarse: French Press, Steeping/Pot, Percolator
  • Extra Coarse: Cold Brew
Other than India, where can I find Robusta-Arabica blends?

Robusta-Arabica blends are celebrated worldwide, particularly in Asia. In Italy, these blends are the foundation of their espresso culture, delivering boldness, body, and crema that make Italian coffee iconic. Lavazza and Illy use Robusta-Arabica blends! In Vietnam, Cà Phê Sữa Đá (iced coffee with condensed milk) typically uses a robusta-heavy blend. Indonesia uses this pairing in Kopi Tubruk, a traditional unfiltered brew, while Malaysia and the Philippines incorporate them into local favorites like Kopi Cham and Kapeng Barako. Robusta is rare to find in specialty coffee shops in the US - but we hope to change that!

Why do you highlight that this blend is grown under the shade of Ficus (fig) trees?
  • Flavor: Growing coffee under shade slows the ripening process of the coffee cherries, allowing them to develop more complex sugars and flavors. The Ficus trees in particular add a unique touch—by enriching the soil with organic matter and providing a natural ecosystem, they enhance the coffee’s nutty and slightly sweet flavor profile.
  • Environmental Impact: Shade-grown coffee is not just good for your cup; it’s good for the planet. By preserving tree cover, it protects biodiversity, creates habitats for birds and insects, and reduces soil erosion. Ficus trees play an important role in maintaining healthy ecosystems, and growing coffee in harmony with them is a sustainable farming practice that supports both the environment and local farmers.
Can you explain the processing methods (washed Arabica and Robusta naturals)?
  • Washed Arabica: Also known as "wet-processed," this method involves fermenting and washing the coffee beans to remove their outer layers. It produces a clean, bright, and fruity flavor profile, often with higher acidity and nuanced taste notes.
  • Robusta Naturals: In this "dry-processed" method, the coffee cherries are dried in the sun before the beans are extracted. This results in a bold, intense flavor with lower acidity and a heavier body, often with earthy and chocolatey notes.