Best For
Best Brewed As: Espresso · French Press · V60 / Drip · Flat White / Latte
You'll Like It If:
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You prefer dark chocolate, roasted nuts and brown-spice flavors.
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You want a fuller cup with lower, balanced acidity.
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You brew espresso or French press but still want a workable filter option.
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You want to compare India’s natural “Cherry” style with the washed Plantation AA coffee.
Tasting Profile
Tasting Notes: Dark Chocolate · Roasted Nuts · Brown Spices · Black Tea
Body: Full & Creamy
Acidity: Low & Balanced
Sweetness: Balanced natural sweetness
Finish: Smooth with lingering chocolate, spice and tea-like 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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Natural / “Cherry”
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Elevation
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1,000–1,400 MASL
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Cultivation
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Shade-based multi-crop setting
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Why This Coffee Tastes This Way
On this product, “Cherry” identifies the natural processing style: the coffee dries with the fruit around the seed before the dried fruit is removed. 1718 describes the finished cup with dark chocolate, roasted nuts, brown spices and subtle black tea, supported by a full body and low, balanced acidity. The more useful comparison is within the 1718 India range: Indian Cherry is the fuller natural-process option, while Plantation AA represents the cleaner washed side.
Recommended Brewing
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Espresso: Works well when you want the darker chocolate, nut and spice direction in a concentrated cup.
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French Press: A strong match for the fuller body and rounded mouthfeel.
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V60 / Drip: Useful when you want to separate the black-tea and spice details from the chocolate base.
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Flat White / Latte: The darker flavor direction can remain familiar alongside milk.
1718 Brewing Tip: Choose whole beans if you alternate between espresso, French press and V60; these methods require very different grind sizes.
Traceability & Sourcing
1718 currently identifies this coffee with Ley Estate and lists natural processing, altitude and the India range’s Arabica varieties.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “Cherry” mean in Indian coffee?
On this product, “Cherry” describes the natural processing style, where the coffee dries with the fruit still around the seed before hulling.
Is Indian Cherry Arabica or Robusta?
1718 presents Indian Cherry as Arabica.
Is Indian Cherry low in acidity?
Yes. It describes low, balanced acidity with a full, creamy body.
