Why is this coffee so expensive?
Jamaican Blue Mountain is one of the rarest and most prestigious coffees in the world. What makes it so precious, sought-after… and yes, expensive? The answer lies in its unique origin, meticulous processing, and extremely strict control from the plantation to your cup.
Origin: Jamaica, Blue Mountains region
Cultivation: Small certified plantations in the Blue Mountains
Protected area: Jamaican Coffee Industry Board (JCIB)
Botanical variety: Arabica Typica
Altitude: 2000 m / 6,560 ft
SCA score: 90
Processing method: Washed
Tasting notes: caramel, melted butter, and cacao
Roast profile: Medium, designed to enhance the elegance and sweetness typical of Blue Mountain, without overshadowing its complexity
Why is it so rare and precious?
The production area for Jamaican Blue Mountain is extremely limited: a small mountainous region in the eastern part of the island, with a microclimate that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. Constant mist, regular rainfall, mineral-rich volcanic soil, and high altitude create the perfect conditions for the slow growth of coffee cherries.
This prolonged maturation allows the beans to develop a natural sweetness and aromatic balance impossible to replicate elsewhere.
Moreover, each batch is certified and inspected by the Jamaican Coffee Industry Board (JCIB): only 10% of Jamaican production receives the prestigious "100% Jamaica Blue Mountain" seal. The rest is discarded.
Limited production, extremely high global demand, and some of the strictest quality controls in the world make this coffee rare… and yes, expensive.
A unique tasting experience
Jamaican Blue Mountain is renowned for its incredibly balanced profile, free from acidity, with a soft sweetness reminiscent of chocolate, vanilla, and nuts. It is considered by many to be the “most elegant” coffee on the planet.
