YOUR QUERIES & CONCERNS
GENENRAL COFFEE QUESTIONS
WHAT IS GROUND COFFEE OR FILTER COFFEE?
Ground coffee or filter coffee refers to coffee beans that have been roasted and grinded into specific size. The grind size can vary depending on the brewing method.
WHAT IS INSTANT COFFEE?
Instant coffee is a type of coffee that's been pre-brewed and dehydrated into a concentrated form. It typically comes in the form of granules or powder that dissolves easily in hot water.
HOW TO STORE GROUND COFFEE AND ROASTED COFFEE BEANS?
* Airtight container: Use an airtight container made of opaque materials like ceramic or stainless steel to minimize exposure to air, light, and moisture.
* Cool, dark place: Store your coffee in a cool, dark location like a pantry or cupboard. Avoid areas near heat sources or direct sunlight.
* Minimize air exposure for ground coffee: If you must buy pre-ground coffee, transfer it to an airtight container after opening the bag to slow down the staling process.
CAN THE COFFEE BE STORED IN THE REFRIGERATOR?
No. Fridge is too humid and absorbs odors, hurting coffee flavor. Opt for cool, dark pantry storage in an airtight container.
HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT GRIND SIZE?
Choosing the right grind size depends on your brewing method and brewing equipment. There are options to choose from our range of coffees.
WHAT IS SINGLE ORIGIN COFFEE?
Single-origin coffee comes from a specific geographic region, like a particular farm, country, or region. This allows the unique flavor profile of that area to shine through, offering a taste distinct from blends.
WHAT IS SINGLE ESTATE COFFEE?
Single estate coffee is a type of single origin coffee that is taken further. It refers to coffee beans grown and processed on a single estate, offering an even more specific taste profile and highlighting the unique growing conditions of that particular estate.
WHAT IS GI TAGGED COFFEE?
GI-tagged coffee refers to coffee beans grown in a specific region of India known for its unique qualities. The GI tag ensures the coffee meets certain standards and originates from that particular region. This helps protect the reputation of these high-quality coffees and supports the farmers who cultivate them.
WHAT ARE ROAST LEVELS AND HOW DOES IT EFFECT THE COFFEE?
Roast level significantly impacts coffee flavor and acidity. Here's a quick breakdown:
* Light roast: More acidic, brighter flavors, lighter body.
* Medium roast: Balanced acidity and flavor, fuller body.
* Dark roast: Less acidic, bolder, smokier flavors, heavier body.
HOW CAN I PREPARE FILTER COFFEE OR GROUND COFFEE AT HOME?
* Grind your coffee beans: Use a medium grind for optimal flavor extraction.
* Prepare your filter: Use any kind of brewing equipment depending on the grind size or place a paper filter in your filter holder and pre-wet it with hot water to remove any paper taste.
* Add coffee grounds: Measure the desired amount of coffee grounds (typically 1-2 tablespoons per cup) and add them to the filter.
* Pour hot water: Slowly pour hot (but not boiling) water over the coffee grounds, ensuring even saturation.
* Let it brew: Allow the coffee to filter through completely before enjoying.
Enjoy your freshly brewed filter coffee!
WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO STORE COFFEE?
Store your coffee in an airtight container in a cool, dark cupboard to preserve freshness. Avoid storing it near heat, light, or moisture, which can degrade the flavor.
HOW LONG IS COFFEE FRESH AFTER ROASTING?
Ideally, store whole bean coffee for 2-3 weeks after the roast date for the best flavor. However, it can still be usable for up to 3 months if stored properly. Ground coffee loses freshness faster, so aim to use it within a week or two of opening.
HOW LONG IS COFFEE FRESH AFTER ROASTING?
Freshly roasted coffee beans are at their peak flavor between 7-21 days after the roast date. However, whole beans can still be brewed for up to 3 months if stored properly. Ground coffee loses freshness faster, so aim to use it within 1-2 weeks of opening.
WHAT ARE COFFEE FLAVOR NOTES AND TASTE?
Coffee flavor notes are descriptive terms used to identify the unique taste profiles of different coffee beans. These notes arise from the complex combination of chemical compounds naturally present in the beans, influenced by factors like origin, roast level, and brewing method.
QUERIES RELATED TO ESTATE MONKEYS COFFEE
WHY SHOULD I ORDER ESTATE MONKEYS COFFEE?
* Freshly roasted, single origin and estate coffees for a unique taste experience.
* Shade-grown, ethically sourced, supporting biodiversity and farmers.
* Multiple grind sizes and made to order to suit your preference.
* We offer GI Tagged single estate Coorg Arabica Coffee
HOW DIFFERENT ARE ESTATE MONKEYS COFFEES FROM OTHER COFFEE BRANDS?
* Estate Monkeys offer estate-specific coffees, highlighting unique characteristics.
* Focus on quality, freshness and ethical sourcing.
* GI tagged Coffees
* Blends of only top quality Arabica - Signature Blends
* Blends created by coffee Master Roaster - ArRo Series
WHERE ARE THE COFFEE BEANS SOURCED FROM?
All coffees beans offered are sourced from Coorg region only. Our single estate coffees are 100% Arabica washed coffees - GI Tagged coffees.
WHY SHOULD I ORDER ESTATE MONKEYS COFFEE?
Estate Monkeys work as the only made to order coffee brand offering varieties of coffee available in no other brands or locations. We offer Single Estate Coffee, House Blend Coffees - ArRo Series, Signature Blends Coffee - Arabicas of Coorg, varieties of quality graded coffees. All coffees are sourced only from Coorg regions.
WHAT ARE THE FLAVOR PROFILES AVAILABLE?
Estate Monkeys offer varieties of coffee beans, flavor notes and aromas are mentioned for each product.
ARE THERE ANY FLAVORED COFFEES AVAILABLE?
Estate Monkeys do not sell coffee based on flavor. Flavored coffees are usually instant coffee and we cater to only single origin ground and roasted coffee beans
HOW CAN I CUSTOMISE MY COFFEE?
Each order is made to order model. You can choose the grind size depending on the brewing equipment used. We offer grind size based on brewing equipment.
WHAT ARE DIFFERENT BREWING METHODS OFFERED?
There are many ways to brew coffee, each with its own advantages and resulting in slightly different cup. We offer to customise the grind size as per your brewing equipment. We offer; turkish, espresso, aeropress, moka pot, coffee filter, south Indian filter, pourover, french press, cold brew.
WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT CATEGORIES OF COFFEE AVAILABLE?
Estate Monkeys have varieties of coffee products. We offer;
* GI Tagged Single Estate Coffees: Baragalli Estate and Puttana Koppalu Estate
* House Blend Coffees - ArRo Series: A blend of Arabica beans and Robusta beans
* Signature Blend Coffees - Arabicas of Coorg: A blend of only Arabicas of Coorg
* Graded Coffees - Quality grade depending on the variety and type.
WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SINGLE ESTATE AND SINGLE ORIGN COFFEE?
Single origin and single estate coffees are both higher quality options that can be traced back to a specific geographic location. However, there's a key difference in their source:
* Single origin: Beans come from a specific region or country, offering a unique flavor profile due to factors like climate and soil.
* Single estate: Beans come from a single farm within a region, providing the most detailed traceability and potentially more distinct flavors.
WHAT ARE ArRo SERIES AND SIGNATURE BLENDS?
ArRo Series and Signature blends are created out of great testing, tasting and errors. The ArRo series are hand crafted blends and created by Master Roaster. Signature Blends are coffees created with the top grade quality of Arabica procured from Coorg.
WHERE ARE THE COFFEE BEANS PROCURED FROM?
All coffee beans are single origin coffees only. Apart from our GI Tagged Arabica Coffee, we procure washed Arabica AAA, AA, Peaberry and unwashed Arabica Cherry and Robusta Cherry.
WHAT MAKES YOUR COFFEE TASTE SO FRESH?
Estate Monkeys coffees are processed on made to order model or basis. We do not keep any product* packed and sealed. We start processing the order once received. The coffee is packed in brown oxo biodegradable quality pouches with valve to balance out the gases produced by fresh coffee beans.
WHAT ARE ADVANTAGES OF MADE TO ORDER COFFEE?
With the option of choosing the right grind size for your brewing equipment and we ensuring the quality of the coffee to be at the freshest possible level when opened for brewing.
WHAT ARE THE GRIND SIZES OFFERED?
We are offering grind sizes options as per the brewing equipments available in the market. Grind size options offered are;
* For finest grinds - turkish, espresso machines, aeropress
* For fine grinds - moka pot, coffee filter, south Indian filter
* For coarser grinds - pourover, french press, cold brew
* Roasted coffee beans
HOW TO CHOOSE WHOLE BEANS OR GROUND COFFEE?
While choosing the coffee product, there are options to choose between roasted beans or whole beans or any grind size - ground coffee.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO PROCESS THE ORDER?
Any orders placed on Estate Monkeys website is made to order. It will take 1-2 business working days to process the order. The order will be ready for pick-up from 1-2 business working days.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO RECEIVE THE ORDER?
At Estate Monkeys the order will be processed within 1-2 business working days. The order will be packed and boxed for pick-up. Usually it will take 3-5 business working days for shipping coffee.
HOW LONG WILL THE COFFEE STAY FRESH AFTER OPENING THE PACKET?The freshness of your coffee depends on whether it's ground or whole beans. Whole beans stay fresher for longer than ground coffee. Here's a quick guideline:
* Whole beans: Once opened, they'll stay fresh for 1-3 weeks.
* Ground coffee: After opening, use it within 1-2 weeks for the best flavor.
CAN THE ORDER BE TRACKED?
Yes, the order can tracked. Once the order is processed, tracking ID and tracking link is shared over mail to track your order. We generally use Amazon shipping services for shipment. We also use India Post.
