Balmadi Estate · Washed

Yercaud

Chocolate. Vanilla. Caramel

A washed coffee from the misty hills of Tamil Nadu. Smooth, comforting, with chocolate and caramel.

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Origin
Balmadi Estate
Process
Washed
Roast
Medium
Elevation
1000–1450 MASL
Variety
S795
Currently shipping coffee roasted on May 2, 2026.
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Where it all started

Yercaud was the first coffee we ever brought to Varta. It comes from the hills of Tamil Nadu, sourced from Balmadi Estate, a farm tucked into misty forests and winding mountain roads.

The cherries are aqua-washed at a modern wet mill on the estate, a careful version of the washed process that brings out the smooth side of the bean.

Pour-over recipe
Serves one. Takes three minutes.
Coffee 18g
Water 306g at 94°C
Grind Medium-coarse
Brew time 3 to 3:30

Bloom with 36g for 30 seconds. Pour slow.

Questions

How should I store it?

In an airtight container, away from light and heat. Don't refrigerate.

Why only whole bean?

Coffee starts losing flavor the moment it's ground. Whole bean keeps it fresh until you brew.

If you don't have a grinder, even a small inexpensive one will significantly change what you taste. We're happy to recommend one. Just email us.

What do "washed," "natural," and "honey" mean?

They're processing methods, or how the coffee fruit is removed from the bean after harvest.

Washed coffees taste cleaner and brighter, with the flavors of the bean itself.

Natural coffees taste fruitier and bolder, because the bean dries inside the fruit.

Honey is in between, with some fruit left on during drying.

How is this different from coffee I get at the store?

Two things. We source directly from the farm. And we roast in small batches, so the bag in your hand was roasted recently, not months ago.

What if I don't like it?

Tell us. We'll make it right with a refund, a replacement, or a different coffee on us. Coffee is personal, and we'd rather you find one you love than keep a bag you don't.