Tasting Notes

Plum, Mandarin Orange, Brown Sugar & Chocolate.

Roast Level

Process

Particulars

Elevation:	1,400 m
Variety:	SL9
Process Type:	Natural
Producer:	MSP Coffee

About this Specialty Coffee

Nestled in the serene Shevaroy Hills of Tamil Nadu, India, MSP Coffee stands as a paragon of excellence in coffee cultivation that The Espresso Lab has been privileged to introduce to our discerning clientele. Comprising seven distinguished estates—Moganad, Bison Valley, Stanmore, Hidden Falls, Orchardale, Gowri Estate, and Gowri Woodlands—this century-old institution has been perfecting the art of coffee production since its establishment in 1920. The Espresso Lab values this rich heritage and expertise, which is evident in every bean we source from MSP's expansive 3,000-acre operation where some of India's finest shade-grown coffees flourish in unique microclimates specially suited to exceptional coffee development.

The Espresso Lab's relationship with MSP Coffee centers around their meticulous approach to quality, from their selective handpicking processes to traditional sun-drying techniques that preserve the beans' intrinsic characteristics. Their cultivation of both Arabica and Robusta varieties offers The Espresso Lab a diverse palette of flavor profiles to share with our customers—coffees distinguished by their full-bodied complexity and distinctive regional character that cannot be replicated elsewhere. What further strengthens our partnership is MSP's UTZ certification, confirming their adherence to environmentally sustainable and socially responsible farming practices that align seamlessly with The Espresso Lab's commitment to ethical sourcing.

Beyond coffee, MSP's estates showcase remarkable agricultural diversity through the cultivation of fruits and spices, contributing to a holistic ecosystem that enhances their coffee's unique terroir. This diversity is reflected in the complex flavor notes that The Espresso Lab's customers have come to appreciate in MSP's offerings. The estates' reputation for excellence among specialty coffee connoisseurs is well-deserved, with their beans frequently featured in premium blends by respected roasters—a testament to their consistent quality that The Espresso Lab is proud to highlight in our carefully curated selection.

Through our ongoing collaboration with MSP Coffee, The Espresso Lab brings to our community not just exceptional Indian coffee, but a connection to a living legacy of agricultural heritage nestled in the breathtaking landscape of the Shevaroy Hills. Each cup served represents a century of dedication to craft, sustainable stewardship of the land, and the unique expression of India's diverse coffee potential—values that resonate deeply with The Espresso Lab's mission to showcase the world's most distinctive and responsibly produced coffees.