Riverdale Coffee Estate- India– Natural, red fruit co-ferment SLN 9

Origin: Yercaud, India
Producer: Riverdale Coffee Estate
Farm: Riverdale Estate – Family-run, high-altitude farm
Variety: SLN 9
Process: Natural, Red Fruit Co-Ferment
Altitude: ~1500 m.a.s.l.
Tasting Notes: Caramelized hazelnuts, red berries, creamy

Cup Profile: Bold, sweet, and fruity with a smooth, round body 

Roast Profile: Espresso

This expressive SLN 9 lot undergoes a unique red fruit co-ferment natural process, amplifying its acidity and fruit-forward profile. Expect vibrant red berries, caramelized hazelnuts, and a creamy, rounded mouthfeel — a bold twist on a classic Indian cup.

Grown at 1,450 meters in the lush forests of Yercaud, Riverdale Estate is a pioneer in India’s specialty coffee movement. Owned by Mohan and Prakash Balaraman, the farm blends modern techniques with wild, biodiverse surroundings, where coffee trees thrive alongside pepper vines and tropical flora.

A standout example of India’s potential for innovation and quality — complex, creamy, and unmistakably vibrant. Lots of classic flavors with pronounced acidity and red berries notes.