Proper Jamaica Coffee

Blue Mountain coffee was introduced to the island of Jamaica in 1728, when the Governor, Sir Nicholas Lawes, received a coffee plant from the Governor of Martinique. Since then, Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee has become one of the most sought-after coffees in the world due to its distinctive flavor, limited supply and excellent growing conditions in the Blue Mountain region of Jamaica. A region marked by heavy rainfall, the volcanic nature of its soil and its altitude.

Only coffee beans grown in Jamaica, at altitudes between 914 and 1700 meters above sea level, can be considered Blue Mountain Coffee. The high altitude and low clouds keep the coffee trees moist, while the surrounding jungle keeps them cool. A high level of rainfall and the volcanic composition of the soil in the region provide a unique growing environment. These conditions guarantee the unique taste of this coffee. This uniqueness makes Blue Mountain coffee particularly valuable, but also rare compared to others. For example, about 2500 tons of Blue Mountain coffee is produced each year, compared to 75000 tons per year in Indonesia.

To maintain an optimal level of quality, the vast majority of the cultivation, harvesting and transformation process is carried out by hand by our local partners - the most experienced coffee professionals on the island. The coffee beans are picked, washed and sorted by hand to ensure that only the highest quality beans are kept. Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee is 100% wet processed, which helps preserve the flavors and aromas of the beans and ensures consistent quality and a balanced flavor.

Blue Mountain coffee is one of the most controlled in the world. Certified Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee is subject to strict and extensive guidelines from the Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA). Beans must be grown in the region to the specified height and are subject to quality control throughout the process, including physical examination of the size, color and moisture of the beans, testing of the cup, as well as export controls and certification. All green bean exports are assessed prior to shipment, and all roasted bean exports are sampled and quality assured prior to export.

Type: Typica Arabica Origin: Jamaica Blue Mountain Rating: 1 Farmer: Smallholders Altitude: 910 m (3000 ft) - 1700 m (5500 ft) Preparation: Fully washed Degree of Roast: Medium Certification: JACRA