{"product_id":"limited-chikmagalur-midnight-robusta","title":"Limited Chikmagalur Midnight Robusta","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"14znsb1\" data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"244\"\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"650\"\u003eChikmagalur Midnight Robusta is a bold, spice-driven coffee with an unmistakably heavy body and low-acid profile. Notes of black pepper, dark cocoa, tobacco, black tea, and bittering spice create a deep, savory cup with remarkable structure and intensity. The finish lingers with earthy richness and cola-like depth, while the washed processing keeps the cup surprisingly clean and focused for a Robusta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1wpq6o8\" data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"679\"\u003eWhy Choose This Coffee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003eMost coffee drinkers spend their entire coffee journey exploring Arabica coffees. This micro-lot offers the opportunity to experience something dramatically different — a carefully processed specialty-grade Robusta selected for clarity, drinkability, and exceptional espresso performance. Fans of dark roasts, Italian-style espresso, and heavier-bodied coffees will appreciate its rustic intensity, thick crema production, and uncommon flavor profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"hn7j01\" data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003eMore Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003eThis coffee comes from the Chikmagalur region of Karnataka, India — one of the country’s oldest and most historically important coffee-growing regions. While Robusta is often associated with lower-grade commercial coffee, this lot was selected specifically because it demonstrates how refined and expressive the varietal can become when cultivated and processed with specialty-level care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1847\"\u003eThe coffee is fully washed and patio sun-dried, helping preserve structure and cup cleanliness while still allowing the varietal’s naturally bold character to dominate the experience. Its low acidity and heavy texture make it particularly well suited for espresso preparation and darker roast development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1849\" data-end=\"2040\"\u003eWe will be roasting this coffee darker than most of our micro-lot offerings to emphasize body, spice complexity, and bittersweet depth rather than fruit-forward sweetness or delicate acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003eLot Details:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2055\" data-end=\"2186\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"o44d5t\" data-start=\"2055\" data-end=\"2094\"\u003eRegion: Chikmagalur, Karnataka, India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"c7u67p\" data-start=\"2095\" data-end=\"2112\"\u003eProcess: Washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1n27uqt\" data-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003eDrying: Patio Sun-Dried\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bjh3ss\" data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003eCultivar: Robusta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mouv36\" data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2186\"\u003eSpecialty Cup Score: 86.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ynll4u\" data-start=\"2188\" data-end=\"2215\"\u003eBrewing Recommendations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2217\" data-end=\"2310\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2217\" data-end=\"2310\"\u003eIdeal for bold brewing methods that emphasize body, crema, and darker flavor development.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2312\" data-end=\"2998\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17yt9ww\" data-start=\"2312\" data-end=\"2393\"\u003eDrip Coffee: Produces a rich, earthy cup with strong cocoa and spice character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g6hl8g\" data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2488\"\u003ePour Over: Best brewed slightly stronger than normal to enhance texture and reduce thinness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1spla4q\" data-start=\"2489\" data-end=\"2578\"\u003eFrench Press: Excellent choice for maximizing body, pepper notes, and lingering finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"uqm714\" data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2670\"\u003eCold Brew: Creates a dense, low-acid concentrate with dark chocolate and cola-like depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"d1f1hb\" data-start=\"2671\" data-end=\"2792\"\u003eEspresso: Outstanding application for this coffee — heavy crema, intense body, and traditional Italian-style character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5l02r\" data-start=\"2793\" data-end=\"2875\"\u003eAeroPress: Produces a concentrated, syrupy cup with pronounced spice complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ii5wsc\" data-start=\"2876\" data-end=\"2998\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eSingle Cup Brewing: Works well in pod-compatible brewers when using a slightly larger coffee dose for fuller extraction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Coffee That Helps","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47903995396314,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0665\/1415\/7786\/files\/Best_Seller_257722c8-c388-422e-bb38-e16219710eaf.png?v=1727813621","url":"https:\/\/coffeethathelps.org\/products\/limited-chikmagalur-midnight-robusta","provider":"Coffee That Helps","version":"1.0","type":"link"}