Kalathgiri Estate Whiskey Barrel No. 9 – Spirit Driven

This is one of the boldest barrel-aged coffees we have produced—crafted to showcase the unmistakable character of whiskey while preserving elegance, balance, and exceptional cup clarity.

☕ Roast Profile Available:

Light Plus

100% Arabica

Sourced from Kalathgiri Estate in Chikmagalur, this microlot explores how whiskey barrel maturation transforms green coffee, imparting remarkable depth, layered sweetness, and refined oak complexity while allowing the coffee's natural character to remain vibrant.

Carefully selected ripe cherries are processed using a washed + honey combination process, then dried to the ideal moisture level. Once stabilized, the green beans are transferred into seasoned whiskey barrels that previously matured premium whiskey. The coffee is then rested inside the barrels under carefully controlled conditions, allowing the porous green beans to gradually absorb the barrel's complex aromatic compounds, toasted oak character, and distinctive whiskey notes.

Throughout maturation, the coffee develops an unmistakable whiskey-forward aroma, supported by elegant oak structure, creamy vanilla sweetness, and rich caramelized sugars. Every stage of barrel aging is carefully monitored to preserve balance while allowing the whiskey character to become the defining expression of the cup.

Once the desired maturation is achieved, the beans are removed and roasted Light Plus, ensuring the delicate nuances developed inside the barrel remain vivid, integrated, and uncompromised.

☕ Cup Profile

The first impression is unmistakably whiskey, delivering an elegant barrel-aged aroma that immediately defines the cup.

As the coffee opens, layers of oak contribute structure and warmth, creating a refined woody backbone without overpowering the coffee itself.

A smooth vanilla sweetness follows, softening the spirit character and adding a creamy, rounded mouthfeel.

The finish is carried by a lingering molasses-like sweetness, leaving behind a rich, syrupy aftertaste that beautifully complements the whiskey and oak.

This is a whiskey-first coffee, crafted for those who appreciate the complexity and elegance of barrel-aged coffees, where spirit character leads while sweetness and structure provide perfect balance.

📍 Details

• 📍 Estate: Kalathgiri Estate, Chikmagalur

• 🌿 Varietal: S795

• 🌿 Process: Washed + Honey Process with Whiskey Barrel Aging

• 🪵 Barrel: Seasoned Whiskey Barrels

• 🕒 Barrel Aging: Controlled maturation in whiskey barrels

• 🔥 Roast: Light Plus

Tasting Notes

🥃 Whiskey
🪵 Oak
🍦 Vanilla
🍯 Molasses

Flavor Intensity Guide

🥃 Whiskey – 4 / 4
🪵 Oak – 3 / 4
🍦 Vanilla – 2.5 / 4
🍯 Molasses – 2 / 4

Experience Kalathgiri Estate Whiskey Barrel No. 9 – Spirit Driven—a limited barrel-aged microlot where the unmistakable character of whiskey takes centre stage, supported by elegant oak, creamy vanilla, and lingering molasses sweetness in a remarkably refined and memorable cup.

☕ Resting Period:

Minimum 10 Days