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product_id: 602340954
title: "BLACK IVORY COFFEE Whole Bean - The World’s Only Elephant-Refined Exotic Beans – Ethically Sourced, Single Origin Made in Thailand - Smooth, Low Acid, Distinctive - 1 Pack, 1.23oz"
brand: "black ivory coffee"
price: "€ 460.55"
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reviews_count: 5
category: "Black Ivory Coffee"
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# Smooth, low-acid brew Ethically sourced & sustainable Elephant-refined rarity BLACK IVORY COFFEE Whole Bean - The World’s Only Elephant-Refined Exotic Beans – Ethically Sourced, Single Origin Made in Thailand - Smooth, Low Acid, Distinctive - 1 Pack, 1.23oz

**Brand:** black ivory coffee
**Price:** € 460.55
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🐘 Sip the rarest luxury on earth — elephant-refined, ethically divine.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** BLACK IVORY COFFEE Whole Bean - The World’s Only Elephant-Refined Exotic Beans – Ethically Sourced, Single Origin Made in Thailand - Smooth, Low Acid, Distinctive - 1 Pack, 1.23oz by black ivory coffee
- **How much does it cost?** € 460.55 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/602340954-black-ivory-coffee-whole-bean-the-world-s-only-elephant)

## Best For

- black ivory coffee enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted black ivory coffee brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Gift-Ready Elegance:** Vacuum-sealed, one-way valve packaging preserves freshness and impresses as a premium, conversation-starting gift.
- • **Distinctive Flavor Notes:** Hints of cacao, sugarcane, plum, and subtle pu-erh tea undertones for a complex, memorable cup.
- • **Ultra-Smooth, Low-Acid Brew:** Natural fermentation reduces bitterness, delivering a tea-like smoothness perfect for refined palates.
- • **Ethical & Sustainable Sourcing:** Supports elephant welfare and local Thai communities, blending luxury with purpose.
- • **World’s Rarest Coffee Experience:** Only elephant-refined Arabica beans, creating an exclusive, luxurious flavor profile.

## Overview

Black Ivory Coffee is the world’s only elephant-refined Arabica coffee, harvested in Thailand and naturally fermented through a unique process involving elephants. This rare coffee is prized for its smooth, low-acid profile with complex notes of cacao, plum, and tea undertones. Ethically sourced, it supports elephant welfare and local communities, packaged in a premium, freshness-sealed bag perfect for discerning coffee connoisseurs seeking an exclusive, sustainable indulgence.

## Description

Black Ivory Coffee is among the rarest coffees in the world. Harvested in Surin, Thailand it undergoes a unique natural refinement process, involving elephants. Carefully selected Thai Arabica coffee cherries are offered to the elephants as a seasonal treat alongside their regular diet. As the elephants enjoy the cherries, a gentle natural fermentation begins to transform the coffee. This process helps reduce the compounds that can create bitterness during roasting, revealing an exceptionally smooth and complex cup. After the cherries are naturally processed, the beans are carefully collected, washed, sun-dried, and roasted in small quantities to preserve their distinctive character. The resulting coffee is prized for its refined flavour profile, often revealing notes of cacao, date, plum, tamarind, and subtle pu-erh tea undertones, with a remarkably smooth finish and very little bitterness. The process is remarkably inefficient. From roughly 33 kilograms of coffee cherries, only about one kilogram of finished coffee is ultimately recovered contributing to its extraordinary rarity. Beyond its flavour and scarcity, Black Ivory Coffee supports elephant-caring families in rural Thailand. By connecting the well-being of elephants with sustainable income for their caretakers, the program helps provide care for elephants that are elderly, injured or unable to work in tourism.

Review: Great taste and a great gift!! - First off let me say I live in a coffee culture. Here in the DR we don’t mess around. We grow it, we roast it, and we drink it. Ordering was easy and my solo pack of coffee arrived quickly. Not wanting to experience this little bit of luxury by myself I we t to my Argentinian friends house who has a grinder and a moka pot or greka as they’re called here. First off: packaging is simple but elegant. But definitely lets you know you’ve ordered something special. 2. Beans were sealed in a vacuum sealed envelope and when it opened the smell of the beans filled the room with a wonderful aroma. 3. You could see the beans were glistening with the oils that make for good flavor and smelled great out of the package. 4. Ground nicely and packed down well in the greka. 5. As it brewed, the rich strong aroma was making us all excited to try it. We were sure not to leave it on the stove for too long because we didn’t want to burn it. 6. Poured into porcelain cups we all decided to try it black without anything in it to start and what really came across to me was a) the smoothness. Not bitter at all. And b) the fruity taste and smell from the coffee. The taste is amazing. And as someone who usually pounds a ton of milk into his coffee I can tell you I would have no problem drinking this black. 6. Decide to try the last 1/3 of a cup with milk and it was amazing. All the flavor held through the creaminess of the now “cafe con leche” Overall a fantastic coffee experiment and would make a great gift for someone who loves the ritual of making coffee. The steps involved and of course the novelty of the process. Is it expensive ? Yes. But sometimes it’s ok to let yourself enjoy something special it treats someone to that experience.
Review: It is what it says - I am not a coffee snob, but I can tell the difference between good and bad tasting coffee. My wife, is the "real" coffee drinker in the family, and she knows even better than I. We got this, as we had tried the Kopi Luwak coffee, and while we found it a bit less bitter than most coffees we have had, it was just slightly so. For the cost vs amount received, we had hoped for a bit more. But, it was a good starting point to try. Then we were told about this, and figured even if it was about the same, it would put us in a unique position to tell our friends and family that we had tried "elephant poop coffee" or the "most expensive cup of coffee in the world". We weren't expecting much, but we were surprised. While it did only produce a normal mug size for her (forget the exact size of her mug, but 12-16 oz I believe), and an espresso cup size for me, we both found it to be an excellent coffee. There was not a hint of bitterness to be found and the taste was very smooth and delicious. It was, as it was stated to be. An excellent cup of coffee that was very expensive. The fact that it also helps support the community and elephants was nice as well. I am sure that the company isn't operating at a loss either, but they don't seem to be greedily gathering up wild elephants and shoving coffee berries down their throats, but rather doing it on a much smaller scale where everyone involved (including the elephamts) are benefiting. TL:DR: If you are more into coffee than just hitting the convenience store on the way to work, and know how to properly brew it, you can get an excellent, smooth, non-bitter cup of coffee that will also give you a unique bit of conversation to toss in when speaking with friends and relatives while also helping to support at least one group of elephants and their human friends and neighbors in Thailand.

## Features

- One of a Kind, in the Truest Sense: The Black Ivory whole bean coffee is the world’s only Elephant-refined coffee, making it the rarest Arabica blend in the world. Discover a world of flavor so luxurious it’s trusted by the Four Seasons and the Ritz Carlton –all thanks to the unique fermentation process.
- Majestic Creatures, Extraordinary Taste: The finest Arabica cherries are mixed with our elephants’ favorite snacks. For up to 72 hours, the cherries are fermented like grapes in a wine vat and enriched with hints of grass, sugar cane and cacao, thus creating the world’s most sought-after exotic coffee beans.
- A Refined, Distinct Experience: Each pack of our ethically sourced coffee imparts a unique experience that is low in acid, low in bitterness, and so sumptuously smooth it’s almost like sipping tea. Perfect for all diets yet distinct enough to satisfy even the most demanding connoisseurs.
- Luxury That Gives Back: We’re committed not only to ethical, cruelty-free sourcing, but to also bettering the lives of everyone involved in making the world’s finest single origin coffee. Each bag you buy supports the wellbeing of the elephants, their caregivers and families, and local students.
- A Coffee Connoisseur’s Delight: Each bag of our gourmet coffee beans yields an incomparable experience; from its packaging to its aroma, and from its flavor to its clean and sweet finish. Each batch is packed in a one-way valve bag for maximum flavor and shipped in a gift-ready pack bound to impress

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01KOZ1YV4 |
| Age Range Description | Adults |
| Best Sellers Rank | #95,851 in Grocery ( See Top 100 in Grocery ) #908 in Roasted Whole Coffee Beans |
| Brand | BLACK IVORY COFFEE |
| Brand Name | BLACK IVORY COFFEE |
| Caffeine Content Description | Caffeinated |
| Caffeine Content Per Serving | 85 Milligrams |
| Certificate Type | Single Origin |
| Coffee Roast Level | Medium Roast |
| Coffee Type | Coffee Bean |
| Container Type | Bag |
| Country as Labeled | Thailand |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 70 Reviews |
| Diet Type | Vegetarian |
| Each Unit Count | 1.0 |
| Flavor | Chocolate, spice, malt, hint of grass, delicate |
| Flavour | Chocolate, spice, malt, hint of grass, delicate |
| Item Dimensions | 10.2 x 3.8 x 13.3 centimeters |
| Item Form | Whole Bean |
| Item Package Weight | 0.11 Kilograms |
| Item Weight | 1.4 Ounces |
| Item form | Whole Bean |
| Manufacturer | Black Ivory Coffee Company |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Package information | Bag |
| Part Number | BIC-SIN40 |
| Product Shelf Life | 365 Days |
| Region of Origin | South-East Asia |
| Roasting level | Medium Roast |
| Size | 1.20 Ounce (Pack of 1) |
| Special Ingredients | 100% Thai Arabica Whole Roasted Bean Naturally Refined by Elephants |
| Specialty | Low Acid, Single Origin |
| Sweetness Description | mildly sweet |
| Unit Count | 1.2 Grams |
| Variety | Arabica |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** BLACK IVORY COFFEE
- **Caffeine Content Description:** Caffeinated
- **Flavour:** Chocolate, spice, malt, hint of grass, delicate
- **Item form:** Whole Bean
- **Roasting level:** Medium Roast

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Are these beans from elephant poo?**
A: These are 100% Thai Arabica beans that have been naturally refined by elephants.

**Q: What is the best way to brew this?**
A: Which brewer to use is a bit subjective as it depends on how concentrated you like your coffee. My preference as Founder is with the Black Ivory Coffee syphon as it gives a really nice balanced cup and helps to bring out the more delicate notes. If you cannot afford our syphon or do not want to pay this amount a less expensive option is with a pour over like a V60. If you prefer a stronger cup I recommend to brew with a mocha pot. To be blunt, the roast profile is not designed for an espresso so I don't recommend it brewed this way and on the opposite spectrum I really do not like it with a French Press / plunger as the cup is not very balanced. Thanks for your question and feel free to ask anything else. Our syphon can be found on our website and you can ask questions direct to me there as well.

**Q: Correct me if I’m wrong, they want $200 for 3 single servings of coffee?**
A: I will be happy to correct you. Each pack of 35 grams / 1.23 ounces can serve roughly 4 espresso size cups or 2 mugs depending on your brewing method. As a result this triple pack is the equivalent of 12 espresso size cups or 6 mugs of Black Ivory Coffee. Please also note that this is the world's most expensive coffee and with only roughly 100 kg / 220 lbs harvested in 2019 it is among the rarest in the world. As the owner of Black Ivory Coffee, my creation is not meant to appeal to a wide audience. It is for those who love a luxury product that tastes great, loves an intrigued story that can be chains with friends/loved ones, is rare, socially conscious and in this case, supports elephants in N.E. Thailand. I hope this gives you the information you require but please do not hesitate to ask a follow‐up question. Your inquiry is appreciated.

**Q: Just out of curiosity is this from a specific species of elephant? If so which one?**
A: The elephants who voluntarily snack on coffee cherries in order to create Black Ivory Coffee are generically referred to as Thai elephants. However, "Thai elephants" is not a name of species or sub-species. Specifically, they fall under the species of Asian elephant and sub-species of Indian elephant (Elephas maximus indicus). To clarify, Indian elephants refer to the sub-species not the geographic location which in this case is Thailand. I hope this helps even though it sounds a bit confusing.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great taste and a great gift!!
*by D***N on 16 March 2025*

First off let me say I live in a coffee culture. Here in the DR we don’t mess around. We grow it, we roast it, and we drink it. Ordering was easy and my solo pack of coffee arrived quickly. Not wanting to experience this little bit of luxury by myself I we t to my Argentinian friends house who has a grinder and a moka pot or greka as they’re called here. First off: packaging is simple but elegant. But definitely lets you know you’ve ordered something special. 2. Beans were sealed in a vacuum sealed envelope and when it opened the smell of the beans filled the room with a wonderful aroma. 3. You could see the beans were glistening with the oils that make for good flavor and smelled great out of the package. 4. Ground nicely and packed down well in the greka. 5. As it brewed, the rich strong aroma was making us all excited to try it. We were sure not to leave it on the stove for too long because we didn’t want to burn it. 6. Poured into porcelain cups we all decided to try it black without anything in it to start and what really came across to me was a) the smoothness. Not bitter at all. And b) the fruity taste and smell from the coffee. The taste is amazing. And as someone who usually pounds a ton of milk into his coffee I can tell you I would have no problem drinking this black. 6. Decide to try the last 1/3 of a cup with milk and it was amazing. All the flavor held through the creaminess of the now “cafe con leche” Overall a fantastic coffee experiment and would make a great gift for someone who loves the ritual of making coffee. The steps involved and of course the novelty of the process. Is it expensive ? Yes. But sometimes it’s ok to let yourself enjoy something special it treats someone to that experience.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It is what it says
*by M***Y on 30 December 2020*

I am not a coffee snob, but I can tell the difference between good and bad tasting coffee. My wife, is the "real" coffee drinker in the family, and she knows even better than I. We got this, as we had tried the Kopi Luwak coffee, and while we found it a bit less bitter than most coffees we have had, it was just slightly so. For the cost vs amount received, we had hoped for a bit more. But, it was a good starting point to try. Then we were told about this, and figured even if it was about the same, it would put us in a unique position to tell our friends and family that we had tried "elephant poop coffee" or the "most expensive cup of coffee in the world". We weren't expecting much, but we were surprised. While it did only produce a normal mug size for her (forget the exact size of her mug, but 12-16 oz I believe), and an espresso cup size for me, we both found it to be an excellent coffee. There was not a hint of bitterness to be found and the taste was very smooth and delicious. It was, as it was stated to be. An excellent cup of coffee that was very expensive. The fact that it also helps support the community and elephants was nice as well. I am sure that the company isn't operating at a loss either, but they don't seem to be greedily gathering up wild elephants and shoving coffee berries down their throats, but rather doing it on a much smaller scale where everyone involved (including the elephamts) are benefiting. TL:DR: If you are more into coffee than just hitting the convenience store on the way to work, and know how to properly brew it, you can get an excellent, smooth, non-bitter cup of coffee that will also give you a unique bit of conversation to toss in when speaking with friends and relatives while also helping to support at least one group of elephants and their human friends and neighbors in Thailand.

### ⭐ I won’t make the same mistake of buying it again.
*by C***R on 25 March 2026*

I expected the coffee to have a strong, authentic, and unique flavor, but it was quite the opposite.

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