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About the Plantation Blue 100% Jamaica Blue Mountain Premium Coffee (8oz - medium roasted whole beans)
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What does this coffee taste like?
It has a smooth, mild character with subtle notes of chocolate, nuts, and fruit, gentle acidity, and a clean finish. Each batch is medium roasted to balance a smooth body with bright acidity for a well-rounded cup.
How is Jamaica Blue Mountain different from other coffee?
It grows at 3,000-5,500 feet in Jamaica's Blue Mountains, where the cool climate and volcanic soil produce naturally smooth, complex beans - known for none of the harsh bitterness many coffees carry. The Jamaica Blue Mountain® name is protected, and the roaster states each batch is traceable to the region.
Is this authentic Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee?
Plantation Blue states its coffee is 100% certified Jamaica Blue Mountain®, verified by JACRA (Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority), Jamaica's official certification body - and that each batch is traceable to its origin in the Blue Mountains.
How much coffee should I use per cup?
The roaster recommends 1-2 tablespoons of ground coffee per 6 oz of water, depending on how strong you like it. At that ratio, this 8oz bag brews roughly 16 to 22 cups.
Does this bag come as whole beans or ground?
This 8oz bag is whole beans only, so you will need a grinder at home. The roaster's own guidance is to grind fresh just before brewing so nothing masks the flavor.
How is the coffee packed to stay fresh?
The beans are roasted in small 12-kilogram batches, then vacuum-packed in high-quality foil bags with one-way valves before export from Jamaica.
What brewing methods work best with these beans?
The roaster describes this coffee as suitable for any brewing style, including pour-over, drip, French press, and espresso. For French press, their guidance is to keep the steep time around four minutes.
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