Ratnagiri Estate – Robusta Mosto Naturals

About this coffee

Ashok Patre bends tradition by bringing an Arabica mosto culture into Robusta processing—engineering a cup that is refined, complex, and confident enough to rival any specialty Arabica. Mosto is the liquid drawn from fermented coffee cherries, packed with wild yeasts, bacteria, and enzymes that act as a catalyst to build layered flavor during fermentation. At Naivo, we have long prophesied the untapped potential of Robusta and the infinite flavors it holds to expand the coffee universe. This lot is that prophecy made real—bold, articulate, and ready to tell you a striking new story of flavor. Ratnagiri Estate is an environmentally abundant corner of the majestic South Indian Western Ghats near Bababudangiri, the place where coffee in India originated. Spread over 117 hectares, Ratnagiri has an impressive yield of quality specialty coffee successfully inter-cropped with fine pepper. Ratnagiri literally means Pearl Mountains, and the dense silver oaks that tower over remarkably flavourful shade grown coffee give a silvery hue to the hills illustrating the name. At Ratnagiri, generations of the Patre family have dedicated their lives since 1927, caring for a land that has rewarded their passion and perseverance. With Coffee, Pepper and Nature. Ratnagiri Estate coffee is a popular purchase by fine flavour seeking palates across the world. The farm follows strict quality standards and has its own water supply from two freshwater streams following strict guidelines of government quality and pollution control boards. With a strong commitment to environmental conservation and sustainability, the coffee from the estate is a fine blend of art and heart!