This Is How World's Most Expensive Coffee Made; Read More

There's a fascinating and unusual type of coffee that every coffee lover should know: Civet Coffee, also called Kopi Luwak, or more playfully, "cat poop coffee."

India's Role In Production Of The Coffee

India, Asia's third-largest coffee producer, plays an important role in creating one of the world’s most expensive and unique coffees: Civet Coffee. This coffee is made from the droppings of the Asian palm civet, a nocturnal animal that eats coffee cherries and then excretes partially digested beans. This natural process is believed to enhance the flavor of the beans, which are then collected, processed, and roasted to make this highly sought-after coffee.

Civet coffee commands a high price because of the labor-intensive process involved in collecting the droppings, the waste during production, and strict quality controls. It can be sold internationally for as much as ₹20,000-25,000 per kilogram, particularly in Gulf and European markets.

Origin Of Kopi Luwak

Kopi Luwak is originated in Indonesia during the 19th century when Dutch colonialists set up coffee plantations. Farmers in Java found that beans excreted by civets could be brewed into a unique and flavorful coffee. The civet's ability for choosing the best berries, along with roasting and brewing techniques, creates a distinctive taste that varies by region and the beans used.

Rising Concerns For the production

Recently, the growing demand for civet coffee has led to the rise of intensive civet farms in Southeast Asia. Unfortunately, these farms often keep the animals in cramped cages and force-feed them coffee cherries. Conservationists are worried about the treatment of civets, highlighting their poor living conditions, high mortality rates, and the risks this poses to wild populations.

There are increasing calls for responsible sourcing and improved regulations to protect civets and ensure ethical standards in the production of this rare coffee.