By Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee is one of the world’s most recognized and most expensive types of coffee, which grows in the Caribbean region, in the Blue Mountain mountains of Jamaica.
Jamaica Blue Mountain is grown only on the steep heights of the Blue Mountains, the famous mountains north of Kingston in the eastern part of the island, covering a total of 6,000 hectares.
Elusive, elegant and precious:
Jamaica Blue Montain coffee was born from the decision of a French king in the 18th century. In 1723 XV. King Louis established three coffee plants in the French colony of Marinique, 1,900 km southwest of Jamaica. Five years later in 1728, Sin Nicolas, governor of Jamaica, received a coffee plant as a gift from the governor of Marinique. The rest is history…
Arabica plants love the nitrogen- and phosphorus-rich soil of the steep heights of the Blue Mountains. North of Kingston, on the eastern side of the island, the Blue Mountains reach an altitude of 2350 m above sea level. The air is cool, the soil is rich and the precipitation is abundant. These factors create an environment that promotes slow and steady ripening of the coffee cherries, allowing them to develop complex flavors and aromas over a long ripening process.
Additionally, the misty climate of the Blue Mountains provides ample shade for the beans, which helps protect them from harsh sunlight and ensures a more gradual ripening process. This extended seed growing period is believed to contribute to the coffee’s remarkable sweetness and balanced acidity.
To emphasize its exclusivity, Jamaica Blue Montain is practically the only coffee in the world that is packed in traditional wooden barrels with branding instead of jute bags.
In fact, the annual production is only 500 tons, which is really a modest amount by world standards.
Its production is a labor-intensive process that requires meticulous attention at every stage. From planting and cultivation to harvesting and processing, every step is carried out precisely to preserve the exceptional quality of the coffee.
The farmers insist that only the ripest coffee cherries are picked, at the peak of their flavor. Thus, the cup of coffee, the taste and aroma of which is consistently excellent, thanks to its wonderful cup profile, this coffee specialty has earned the nickname of Champagne and Rolls-Royce coffees.
Here are some of the things that make Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee so special:
• Grown in Jamaica’s Blue Mountains: The Blue Mountains are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and known for their ideal coffee growing conditions. The high altitude, cool temperatures and rich volcanic soil contribute to the unique taste of Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee.
• Hand picking and careful processing: The coffee beans are picked by hand and carefully processed to ensure the best quality. This includes removing defective beans and sorting them according to size and quality.
• Low acid and full-bodied: Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee is low acid and full-bodied. This makes it a delicious and enjoyable cup of coffee for people who are sensitive to acidity.
• Unique Flavor Profile: Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee has a unique flavor profile that is often described as „smooth”, „rich” and „velvety”. It also smells like chocolate and caramel.
• Expensive: Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee is expensive because it is grown in a small area of Jamaica and processed using careful methods. However, many people believe that it is worth the price for the unique and delicious taste.
Jamaica Blue Montain coffee stands out not only for its special taste and aroma, but also for its historical and cultural significance. The unique climate and traditional cultivation methods of the Blue Mountain region ensure that the coffee is of truly exceptional quality. You will have the opportunity to taste it in Victoria’s Majestic Explorations Café, it will be worth living with it, as it is a real specialty.