Karadykan Chandragiri is a natural-processed Indian espresso that defies expectations. Grown in Karnataka’s Karadykan Estate, this lot is celebrated for its tropical flair—pineapple, almond, milk chocolate—and a clean sweetness. Its expressive nature brings the rich biodiversity of Indian terroir straight into your cup, delivering both clarity and depth in every shot.
Roasting Date: 2026-03-27
Variety:
Hibrido de Timor 
Origin: India
Region: Karnataka
Process: Natural
Cupping Score By Q-Grader: 85
Crop Year: 2025
Karadykan Estate sits in Karnataka, India, in a region rich in rainforest and traditional shade-grown coffee. The Chandragiri variety, a hybrid of Villa Sarchi and Híbrido de Timor, was introduced around 2007 and features large beans, drooping branches that aid even ripening, and excellent cup potential. This lot is produced with natural processing, allowing the cherry to ferment and dry intact, emphasizing tropical fruit and sweetness. We roast the beans specifically for espresso to capture its clarity and sweetness, bringing forward notes of pineapple, almond, and creamy chocolate. Each component of the lot is handled carefully to preserve purity and expression. As Handpickers, we chose Karadykan Chandragiri because it's a distinctive expression from a non-traditional origin. We want it to show that Indian naturals can stand shoulder to shoulder with world-renowned coffees. In your home cup, you’ll taste our ambition — that rare balance of exotic fruit and classical espresso structure.
This recipe is tuned to bring out the natural brightness and clarity of Karadykan Chandragiri. Expect pineapple upfront, almond sweetness, balancing c
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Karadykan Estate is located in Karnataka, India, in the Chikmagalur region, producing high-altitude arabica lots under shade.
Using natural (dry) processing, cherries ferment in whole fruit before drying, preserving fruity clarity.
Dried in controlled environments, frequently turned, and sorted to remove defective beans.
Moisture stabilized (≈ 10.5-11 %) before export to maintain quality during shipment.
Roasted for espresso with a target Lighttell ~66. Best enjoyed 18–22 days after roast.
