Coffee from Anamalais (Tamil Nadu)
Elevation: 1000-1400 m MSL
Rainfall: 2500-3000 mm
Main coffee type: Arabica
The total area under Coffee: 2,500 ha
Average production: 1,500 MT
Main varieties: S.795, Cauvery, Sln.9
Main intercrops: Pepper, Orange, Banana
The Anamalais region is known for its wildlife sanctuaries â?? with spotted leopards and elephants. This medium-altitude mountain range on the southern tip of the Western Ghats experiences high rainfall. The plantations are home to high-grown Arabicas, including the exotic Kents. The Arabicas here are finely grown broad types of coffee beans that are greyish green in color and tend to be more balanced with a strong aroma coupled with citrus essence.