{"product_id":"indian-cherry","title":"Indian Cherry","description":"\u003cp\u003eIndian Cherry Arabica is a natural-processed (dry-processed) coffee from the renowned Ley Estate in India's coffee-growing regions, cultivated at elevations between 1,000-1,400 meters above sea level. The term \"Cherry\" refers specifically to the natural processing method where coffee is dried with the fruit still attached, creating a unique flavor profile distinct from India's washed \"Plantation\" grades. This traditional processing method, combined with India's unique monsoon climate and shade-grown cultivation under pepper vines and native trees, produces a coffee known for its balanced sweetness, chocolate-forward profile, and lower acidity. The Ley Estate has been producing exceptional coffee for generations, maintaining traditional methods while investing in quality and sustainability. 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The \"Cherry\" natural processing creates a coffee with more body and sweetness than India's washed \"Plantation\" grades, while maintaining the low acidity and chocolate-forward profile India is known for. The multi-crop shade system (coffee grown alongside pepper, cardamom, and fruit trees) creates a unique terroir that's distinctly Indian. This is a perfect introduction to the richness and complexity of Indian specialty coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraceability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coffee is fully traceable to Ley Estate in India's coffee-growing regions. We maintain detailed records including lot numbers, harvest dates, and processing notes. Each lot is cupped and scored at our Dubai facility by founder Mohamed Hamdou, and this coffee is featured in our cupping sessions to demonstrate the unique characteristics of Indian natural-processed coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1718coffee","offers":[{"title":"250g (10-12 cups) \/ Whole Beans","offer_id":46272450429067,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g (10-12 cups) \/ Filter","offer_id":46272450461835,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g (10-12 cups) \/ French Press","offer_id":46272450494603,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g (10-12 cups) \/ Espresso","offer_id":46272450527371,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0367\/0055\/3355\/files\/IndianCherry.png?v=1773924545","url":"https:\/\/beanburds.com\/products\/indian-cherry","provider":"BeanBurds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}