Unlike everyday coffee, specialty coffee is more than an uplifting caffeine boost; it is pleasure in a cup. The flavor and aroma of fine coffee are incomparable; it’s no surprise that so many people enjoy it as part of their daily routine. Also unsurprising is the fact that specialty coffee is more expensive than regular coffee. As with all finer things, specialty coffee involves many people, and its output is limited. Among the most interesting varieties, you’ll find Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee. So, why is this unique coffee expensive?

The Origin of Jamaican Coffee

Jamaica is a tropical Caribbean island famed for its white beaches and clear blue shores. Its rugged interior is lush and vibrant. It is here above the fog line that coffee plantations thrive. The highlands of eastern Jamaica, known as the Blue Mountains, are home to just 6,000 hectares of coffee plantations; the source of the country’s finest beans, which are strictly regulated to ensure quality.

Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee beans are extremely rare, and merchants around the world compete to secure them for their customers. Those lucky enough to taste fine Jamaican coffee become lifelong admirers of this rare variety.

The Process

Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee is crafted from a unique Arabica coffee bean variety called Typica. First cultivated in Ethiopia, this variety is prized for its beans and intense flavor, though it is low-yielding and vulnerable to disease. Only when grown at altitudes between 900 and 1,700 meters does Typica produce its finest fruit.

To protect the unique character of this coffee, producers use the traditional ‘wet method’, washing away impurities to maintain the beans’ clean flavor. The result is premium coffee beans that, when expertly roasted, yield one of the most enjoyable cups of coffee in the world.

The Aroma and Flavor of Blue Mountain Coffee Beans

Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee is defined by its velvety palate with hints of fruit and milk chocolate. Never overly bitter, this variety offers a bright, sweet aroma and flavor from start to finish. Light and medium roasts are preferred for this type of gourmet coffee, as they preserve its pure, delicate character.

For many, Blue Mountain coffee is the perfect morning brew. With its mild sweetness, it can be enjoyed at any time of day — on its own, with milk, or as the base for both hot and cold coffee drinks.

There’s Fine Coffee, and Then There’s Blue Mountain Coffee

Blue Mountain is one of the most exclusive varieties available at Hayman. Our partnership with certified producers ensures a limited supply of this exceptional coffee, which you can enjoy as part of your one-off order, subscription, or coffee gift set.

Order Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee in a range of formats, including green beans, roasted whole beans, ground coffee and coffee pods or coffee capsules compatible with all major systems. Blue Mountain Coffee might be pricier than regular coffee, but its uniqueness lies in every sip. A rare balance of purity, sweetness and depth that turns a simple cup into an unforgettable experience. For these reasons, it is considered one of the best coffee beans in the world!