Baarbara Estate - Whiskey Barrel Aged

This coffee’s journey began at Baarbara Estate in the foothills of Baba Budangiri, the origin of coffee in India. It was shaped by a process the estate has spent years refining, with one precise outcome in mind: a cup where whiskey’s character and coffee’s identity sit in balance. 

The barrels this coffee was aged in were brought in within 15 days of malt being removed. They were then housed in a covered, controlled space, away from direct sunlight and changing weather. The coffee beans were allowed to rest in them for nearly four months, with the barrels carefully turned every few days, and the beans cupped regularly as the flavours evolved. Over time, the coffee gently absorbed the oak’s character while holding on to its own. 

The result is a medium roast with notes of red plum, whiskey oak, ripe banana, and cocoa. Expect wine-like aromas with a hint of gentle, sweet cardamom and a lingering Irish cream finish in a cup that’s layered and complex. 

Our roasters recommend brewing it black, either as an espresso, cold brew, pour over or using an AeroPress. 

Note: The whiskey tasting notes in this coffee are a result of its unique processing. The offering in this pack is non-alcoholic.