Best For
Best Brewed As: V60 · French Press · Chemex · AeroPress / Espresso
You'll Like It If:
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You want the cleaner washed side of the current Indian range rather than the fuller natural Indian Cherry.
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You enjoy cocoa, roasted nuts and brown spice with low balanced acidity.
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You prefer medium-to-full body without a bright fruit-led profile.
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You want a versatile Indian Arabica for filter, French press and espresso.
Tasting Profile
Tasting Notes: Cocoa · Roasted Nuts · Brown Spice · Subtle Sweetness
Body: Medium to Full & Smooth
Acidity: Low & Balanced
Sweetness: Subtle natural sweetness
Finish: Clean and smooth with lingering cocoa and spice detail
Coffee Details
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Field
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Value
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Origin
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India
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Estate
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Ley Estate
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Species
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Arabica
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Varieties
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Kent · S795 · Cauvery
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Process
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Washed / Plantation
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Grade
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AA — grade/size designation
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Elevation
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700–1,200 MASL
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Cultivation
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Shade-grown with pepper, cardamom and native trees
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Why This Coffee Tastes This Way
Indian Plantation AA is the clean, washed comparison point to 1718 Indian Cherry. Both are connected to Ley Estate and share Indian Arabica varieties, but this product is listed as washed/Plantation and the cup is described with cocoa, roasted nuts, brown spice, low balanced acidity and a clean finish. “AA” helps identify the physical grade/size class; it should not be used as proof that the coffee automatically tastes better than a smaller grade or another lot.
Recommended Brewing
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V60: A good starting point when you want cocoa and spice with a cleaner finish.
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French Press: Suitable when you want to emphasize the medium-to-full body while keeping the acidity gentle.
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Chemex / AeroPress: Useful for balancing clarity, nut character and subtle sweetness.
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Espresso: A strong choice for a smooth cocoa-and-nut shot, especially if you prefer lower acidity.
1718 Brewing Tip: Taste Indian Plantation AA beside Indian Cherry using the same brew method. The side-by-side makes the difference between the current washed and natural Indian profiles easier to understand.
Traceability & Sourcing
1718 proves India, Ley Estate, washed/Plantation Arabica, 700–1,200 MASL, Kent/S795/Cauvery and shade-grown multi-crop.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Plantation AA mean?
Plantation is Indian grading terminology for washed Arabica. AA is a grade/size designation; it does not by itself guarantee a higher cup score or better flavor.
How is Indian Plantation AA different from Indian Cherry?
Plantation AA is washed and described with a cleaner cocoa, nut and brown-spice profile. Indian Cherry is natural and fuller, with dark chocolate, roasted nuts, spice and black-tea detail.
Is Indian Plantation AA good for espresso?
Yes. Its smooth body, cocoa-and-nut profile and low balanced acidity make espresso one of the recommended routes.
