BESIDES THE CAMPFIRE

Chocolatey depth and nutty undertones, plum and berries woven through the mid-palate, caramelised sweetness carrying into a lingering finish. Full-bodied and velvety, with just enough brightness to keep things alive. This is a cup built for slowing down.

Blending Arabica and Robusta with both washed and natural processing is a decision that compounds complexity at every stage. The Arabica carries the fruit character and brightness, the plum and berry notes that lift the cup above pure weight. The Robusta anchors everything underneath with body and a chocolate depth that espresso drinkers will recognise immediately. The washed component keeps the cup clean and balanced while the natural processing pushes the caramelised sweetness forward. Together they produce something that is rich and satisfying without ever feeling heavy or one-dimensional.

Karadykan Estate sits at 1350 to 1400 metres in Karnataka, part of the Veer Attikan Coffee family that has been farming this land since 1882. At this elevation the climate is consistent, the soil well-developed, and the farming knowledge generational. Besides the Firecamp is a medium roast expression of everything that combination produces, roasted to a CF of 66.7 where the chocolate and caramel character of this blend is at its fullest. It degasses well and is ready to drink immediately after roast, pulling cleanly at a 1:2 ratio in 24 to 27 seconds for espresso.