Coorg Arabica Coffee is grown specifically in the region of Kodagu district (district name under British rule was Coorg) lies on the eastern and western slopes of the Western Ghats in the State of Karnataka.
Physically the raw Arabica coffee of Coorg region exhibits bluish green colour. The chlorogenic acid content ranges from 4.6 to 5.3 mg/100gm and the caffeine content ranges from 1.9 to 2.2 %. The trigonelline content varies from 1.5 to 3.0 %.
As coffee is a beverage which gets the unique flavour and aroma only when it is roasted and brewed, the main differentiation lies in the organoleptic characters perceived in the cup.
The Coffees of Coorg region exhibit a pleasant aroma, balanced cup with mild acidity, strong body with a hint of floral note and a Dark chocolate after taste. The cherry/unwashed/natural Coorg Arabica Coffees exhibits strong fruity, cherry characters.
Coffea arabica is a species of Coffea originally indigenous to the forests of the south‐ western highlands of Ethiopia. It is also known as the "coffee shrub of Arabia", "mountain coffee", or "arabica coffee". Botanical Classification of Arabica Coffee is as below
Kingdom : Plantae
Phylum : Magnoliphyta.
Class : Magnoliopsida.
Order : Gentianales
Family : Rubiaceae
Sub Family : Ixoroideae
Genus : Coffea
Species : arabica
Coffee cultivation is an integral part of the lives of the people of Kodagu district and forms the backbone of the economy of the district till today.
The plants reared from seed in a nursery were put out on a shady hill‐slope during the monsoon period. Coffee in Coorg is cultivated under a two tier mixed shade canopy, comprising of evergreen leguminous trees.
Shade trees prevent soil erosion on a sloping terrain with gentle to moderate slopes, heavily intercropped with spices like black pepper and ginger and fruit tress such as jackfruit and mandarins.
The soils are usually rich in organic matter and acidic to neutral in reaction (pH) results in production of some fine aromatic Coorg Arabica coffees with an intense aroma and light acidity which results in a distinct well balanced flavourful cup.
Coorg Arabica coffee stands as a testament to the harmonious relationship between nature, tradition, and exceptional craftsmanship. Its aromatic brews have enchanted coffee lovers worldwide, offering a sensorial journey that captures the essence of this remarkable region.
GI Tag Registration Date : 01 March 2019
GI Tag Number : 604
Certificate Number : 331
Geographical Area : Karnataka
Special Cover Release Date : 31 August 2021
Cancellation : Bengaluru 560 001
Type : GI Tag Cover
Cover Identification Number : KTK/35/2021
Each cover is numbered. The Open flap is provided with self-adhesive tape.
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