Origin Flavor Profile and Taste Characteristics of Blue Mountain Coffee: Is Authentic Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee Expensive? How Much Does It Cost?

When it comes to coffee, many people's first impression is that it's either bitter or sour. However, there are also coffees that are neither sour nor bitter, meaning they have a relatively moderate taste. But have you ever heard that Blue Mountain coffee is sweet? Speaking of FrontStreet Coffee's Blue Mountain coffee, many friends might say that FrontStreet Coffee's Blue Mountain coffee is very expensive, so they haven't tried it and don't know what it tastes like; others might say it tastes excellent...

FrontStreet Coffee will tell you what FrontStreet Coffee's Blue Mountain coffee tastes like. It is a very rich, smooth coffee with excellent balance and typically low acidity, with a sweet aftertaste that is long-lasting.

Why Are Blue Mountain Coffee Beans So Expensive?

There are many Blue Mountain coffees on the market, but do they all have the same flavor? FrontStreet Coffee tells everyone that there are many coffees labeled with the Blue Mountain name on the market, but not all of them belong to Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee. This is because the production of genuine FrontStreet Coffee's Blue Mountain coffee is limited. Genuine FrontStreet Coffee's Blue Mountain coffee is one of the coffees grown under the most superior conditions in the world, requiring weather, geological structure, and terrain to jointly provide a uniquely ideal location. The growing environment, variety, yield, strict picking requirements, large beans, and high quality of Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee contribute to its high price, meaning Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee deserves this price.

Growing Altitude of Blue Mountain Coffee

Everyone knows that coffee beans grown at higher altitudes are of better quality, and the highest growing altitude for Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee is 2256 meters, which is the highest peak in the Caribbean region and also a famous tourist destination. FrontStreet Coffee tells everyone something very interesting: the origin of the Blue Mountains name is also quite fascinating. The Blue Mountains are located in the eastern part of Jamaica Island. Because the mountain is surrounded by the Caribbean Sea, whenever the weather is clear and the sun shines directly on the azure sea surface, the peak reflects the brilliant blue light of the seawater, hence its name.

This area is located in the coffee belt, with fertile volcanic soil, fresh air without pollution, humid climate, and year-round fog and rain. It is precisely because of this climate that the world-renowned Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee is created, as well as the world's highest-priced coffee.

The harvesting process of Blue Mountain coffee is extremely difficult. All coffee trees grow on rugged mountain slopes because the mountains are very uneven. Moreover, the coffee is harvested almost entirely by local women, as non-local skilled female workers simply cannot handle the job. There are also strict requirements for the picked coffee beans - perfectly ripe coffee beans must be selected during harvesting, as unripe or overripe beans will affect the quality of the coffee.

Jamaican Blue Mountain No. 1 Coffee

Blue Mountain coffee and High Mountain coffee are each divided into four grades. From top to bottom in terms of quality, they are: NO.1, NO.2, NO.3, and PB, where PB stands for Peaberry. According to CIB standards, only coffee grown at altitudes between 1000-1700 meters can be called Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee. With low production, large beans, excellent quality, and harmonious flavor that combines appropriate acidity, bitterness, aroma, richness, and sweetness, it is recognized worldwide as a supreme product. Therefore, the price of the national treasure Blue Mountain No.1 is the highest among all Blue Mountain coffees.

Variety of Blue Mountain Coffee

Coffee beans worldwide are mainly divided into three types: Arabica, Robusta, and Liberica. The FrontStreet Coffee's Blue Mountain coffee introduced by FrontStreet Coffee is of the Typica variety. Typica is the oldest Arabica subspecies, with bronze-colored leaf tips and oval or slender-pointed beans. The tree is tall with slightly inclined branches at angles of 50-70 degrees, known as red-topped coffee. The opposite leaves of the coffee tree are long-oval, with smooth leaf surfaces, long terminal branches with few forks, and white flowers that bloom at the base where the petiole connects to the branches. It has elegant flavor but is physically weak with poor disease resistance, and each tree's coffee yield is very low. Mature coffee fruits look like cherries and are bright red. However, because Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee has weak disease resistance, low yield, and is susceptible to insect attacks, this is also one of the reasons for its high price.

The Frontsteet Jamaican Blue Mountain No.1 coffee sold by FrontStreet Coffee has a certificate issued by the Jamaica Coffee Industry Board. In addition, the wooden barrels packaging Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee beans will have a green frog logo. This is because FrontStreet Coffee specifically chose a production estate for Jamaican Blue Mountain No.1 coffee that has Rainforest Alliance certification, namely Clifton Mountain Estate. Furthermore, Jamaica is the only producing region that uses wooden barrels to pack green beans, and it has the most iconic Blue Mountain flavor. Real Blue Mountain has a very intense aroma in terms of fragrance, balanced mouthfeel, without any flavor being too prominent or lacking. The authentic Frontsteet Jamaican Blue Mountain No.1 coffee is priced higher than other coffees. FrontStreet Coffee believes the most important reasons are mainly three points: limited quantity, excellent flavor, and strict quality control, which created the world's highest-priced coffee.

How Much Does a Cup of FrontStreet Coffee's Blue Mountain Coffee Cost?

Speaking of Blue Mountain coffee, many people definitely think it's very expensive. So how much does a cup of Blue Mountain coffee actually cost? In earlier years in China, one could drink fake Blue Mountain coffee costing over a hundred yuan per cup. Until now, even though there is genuine Blue Mountain coffee in China, the price is still expensive. At FrontStreet Coffee, a cup of genuine Blue Mountain coffee costs only 60 yuan, allowing you to taste an excellent experience. The most beloved characteristic of FrontStreet Coffee's Blue Mountain coffee is its subtle fragrance and light sweetness with minimal bitterness. The fruity aroma spreads upon entry, followed by cocoa and nutty flavors presenting sweetness and aftertaste.

FrontStreet Coffee's Blue Mountain Coffee Brewing Parameters:

• Filter: Kono filter
• Water Temperature: 87°C
• Coffee Amount: 15g
• Coffee-to-Water Ratio: 1:15
• Grind Size: Medium grind (Chinese standard 75% pass-through rate for No. 20 sieve)

Brewing Method:

Three-stage extraction. Use 30 grams of water for a 30-second bloom, then pour with a small water flow in circular motion until reaching 125 grams, then pause. When the water level drops and is about to expose the coffee bed, continue pouring until reaching 225 grams, then stop pouring. Wait until the coffee liquid in the filter has finished dripping, then remove the filter. Start timing from the beginning of pouring, the entire coffee extraction time is 2'00".

Next comes the time to enjoy the delicious coffee.

[FrontStreet Coffee's Washed Blue Mountain Coffee Brewing Flavor Characteristics]

Rich dark chocolate and nutty flavors, cream-like smooth mouthfeel, with balanced sweet, sour, and bitter notes.

Of course, while FrontStreet Coffee's Blue Mountain coffee is certainly delicious, FrontStreet Coffee also has many other coffee varieties, such as: Ethiopia's light floral notes and bright lemon acidity; Colombia's floral aroma and gentle fruit acidity; Honduras's wine aroma and creamy flavor; Brazil's nutty and caramel flavors, etc. Different countries and regions will have different flavors. Trying more will surely let you experience different charms!

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