This coffee is a natural processed selection from the Hulikere Estate in the Baba Budan Giri region of the Western Ghats, India. Grown at an elevation of 1100-1370 meters, this coffee features the S795 and Chandragiri varieties. It offers a flavor profile characterized by notes of blueberry, pastry, and cream, with a creamy mouthfeel. The coffee is cultivated within a biodiverse ecosystem that supports wildlife conservation.
Great Minds Coffee Roasters was founded in 2019 by Chris and Emily Pacileo in Oakville, Connecticut, housed in the historic Old Pin Shop, a former manufacturing facility that operated for over a century. The roastery partners with sustainable farms and cooperatives worldwide, prioritizing fair trade practices and environmental responsibility across its supply chain. Great Minds roasts in small batches with a focus on continual improvement, rotating its coffee roster to keep the offering fresh and reflective of what is seasonally available. The roastery is open to the public on a limited schedule, keeping the operation focused and intentional.