While spices dominate the agricultural landscape of Idukki, the high altitude peaks also nurture some of India's finest single-origin specialty coffees. Grown under a canopy of shade trees alongside cardamom and black pepper, Idukki coffee beans develop unique sensory characteristics.
Shade-Grown and Side-by-Side Co-cultivation
Because Idukki coffee is grown in close proximity to spices, the coffee cherry absorbs subtle flavor notes from the surrounding cardamom, pepper, and vanilla plants. This result is a cup with unique aromatic complexity, mild acidity, and a smooth chocolaty body.