India Monsooned Malabar Arabica Coffee

Why this coffee matters 

India Monsooned Malabar Arabica is a rare gem in the coffee world, representing India’s long history in the global coffee trade. The Arabica AA grade ensures large, uniform beans of exceptional quality. What makes this coffee stand out is the “monsooning” process—exposure to humid monsoon winds along India’s southwest coast—that imparts earthy spice, cocoa depth, and toasted nut richness, all with naturally low acidity. For Canadian coffee lovers, this is a distinctive single-origin offering: smooth, bold, and unlike any other coffee grown or processed in the world.

Origin & Processing

• Region: Kerala & Karnataka, India (Arabica AA grade)
• Process: Washed + Monsooned
• Recommended Roast: Signature Roast (crafted to highlight earthy spice, cocoa, and toasted nut depth).

Harvested Arabica beans are first washed and dried before undergoing the monsooning process in coastal warehouses, where moist winds swell the beans and transform their chemistry. This unique treatment reduces acidity while amplifying earthy spice, cocoa, and toasted nut notes.

Sustainability & Craft 

Farms across Kerala and Karnataka have cultivated Monsooned Malabar for generations, using shade-grown practices, intercropping, and hand-picking methods. The Arabica AA grade represents the highest quality selection from these farms. The monsooning process itself is labour-intensive and rooted in tradition, reflecting India’s heritage in coffee. At Spectra Coffee, we roast in small Canadian batches to maintain the authenticity of this bold origin while ensuring peak freshness for Canadian customers.

Cup Experience

Expect a bold, earthy cup with layers of earthy spice, cocoa, and toasted nuts, balanced by a smooth, low-acid finish.. Monsooned Malabar Arabica is heavy-bodied yet easy to drink, making it versatile across espresso, stovetop, and French press. Its rustic depth appeals to those who enjoy coffees with presence and strength, but without harsh acidity. For Canadian drinkers looking for a unique origin story and an unforgettable flavour, this coffee delivers both heritage and taste in every sip.

Cup Profile 

• Aroma: Earthy spice
• Taste: Cocoa, earthy spice, toasted nuts
• Body: Full, heavy
• Acidity: Very low
• Finish: Smooth, nutty-cocoa

Brew Tips

• Cone Drip (V60/Chemex): Medium-coarse grind, 1:16, 92–94 °C — highlights earthy spice.
• Flat Basket Drip (Auto): Medium grind — everyday bold cup.
• French Press: Coarse grind, 4–5 min steep — full-bodied, rustic.
• Pump Espresso: Fine grind, 1:2, ~28–30 s — crema-rich, cocoa and spice.
• Stovetop (Moka): Medium-fine grind — bold, intense cup.
• Turkish: Ultra-fine grind — syrupy and spiced.
• Electric Percolator: Coarse grind — strong, earthy flavour.
• Whole Bean: Grind fresh for best flavour retention.

FAQ

• What does “AA grade” mean?
  It refers to large, uniform Arabica beans of the highest quality, offering superior cup consistency.
• Why is Monsooned Malabar low in acidity?
  The monsooning process naturally reduces acidity while amplifying earthy, bold notes.
• How is this coffee roasted?
  How is this coffee roasted? Roasted weekly in Canada in small batches, with our Signature Roast designed to highlight cocoa, spice, and nut complexity.