Onyx Coffee Lab Monarch

The Monarch is a naturally processed Ethiopian Yirgacheffe boasting vibrant notes of blueberry, jasmine, and honey. It exhibits a full body and lingering sweetness due to its unique fermentation process. The intense fruit profile is heavily sought after by specialty coffee enthusiasts.

Because of its complex fruit-forward profile, Monarch shines best when brewed using pour-over methods like a V60 or Chemex. These manual brewing methods highlight the delicate jasmine aromatics and the sweet blueberry acidity. It can also be pulled as a highly fruity espresso shot.

The natural process involves drying the coffee cherries whole in the sun before removing the fruit, rather than washing them immediately. This allows the beans to absorb the sweet, fruity characteristics of the cherry mucilage during fermentation. This specific process is what gives Monarch its intense blueberry and honey notes.

The beans for the Monarch coffee are sourced from the famous Yirgacheffe region of Ethiopia. Onyx Coffee Lab is highly transparent about their sourcing, often listing the specific washing stations or farms on their packaging. They work directly with producers to ensure high-quality natural processing.