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How Good Is Blue Mountain Instant Coffee? An Introduction to Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee Varieties and Characteristics

Published: 2026-01-28 Author: FrontStreet Coffee
Last Updated: 2026/01/28, Professional coffee knowledge exchange and more coffee bean information, please follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat public account: cafe_style). The renowned Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee is produced in the eastern region of Jamaica. Only those grown at an altitude of 3,000~5,500 feet within this production area are authentic [Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee], while others grown at an altitude of 1,500~
Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee

About Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee

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The renowned Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee is grown in the eastern region of Jamaica. Only coffee grown at altitudes between 3,000-5,500 feet in this specific region can be called authentic [Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee]. Coffee grown at altitudes between 1,500-3,000 feet can only be called [Jamaica High Mountain], while coffee grown below 1,500 feet is designated as [Jamaica Supreme] or [Jamaica Low Mountain]. Areas above 5,500 feet are protected forest reserves where coffee cultivation is prohibited.

Development of Jamaica's Coffee Industry

The Jamaican government's serious efforts were mainly aimed at increasing coffee production and building centralized processing facilities to improve coffee handling and green bean grading. These measures indeed improved quality but were not very successful. In 1943, Canada, then the largest buyer of Jamaican coffee, still could not accept this quality level. In 1944, the Jamaican government established the National Coffee Processing Plant, where all coffee intended for export had to be sent for processing, grading, and packaging. From this point, the quality of Jamaica's exported coffee gradually improved. In June 1950, the Jamaica Coffee Industry Board was established, formally making the state responsible for the quality of exported coffee beans. Currently, there are five government-certified 100% Blue Mountain coffee processing facilities: Wallenford, Mavis Bank, Old Tavern, Silver Hill, and Moy Hall.

Flavor Profile of Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee

Elegant and lightly sweet with classic Blue Mountain characteristics, medium-light roast showcases perfect balance and flawless qualities

Transparent and lingering aftertaste, rich oils on the palate

Premium drupe cream aroma fills the mouth

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