Notes: Cream, Citrus, Spice
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El Socorro #3
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Palencia, Guatemala
Description
Variety: Red Caturra, Bourbon
Processing: Washed
Origin: Palencia, Guatemala
Producers: Juan Diego de la Cerda
Altitude: 1750m
It wouldn't be Guatemalan coffee season without checking in on the incredible coffees from Juan Deigo de la Cerda at El Socorro. We've featured coffees from El Socorro in years past, and we're always excited to see all the new offerings they have after harvest - it seems like every year they're taking things to the next level in terms of processing and meticulous lot separation. This year, we picked up a few offerings with unique varietal compositions - like this lot of washed Red Caturra and Bourbon beans. El Socorro grows many different varietals and tries different processes for different lots to produce a wide range of flavor profiles. They're a great representation of the depth and quality of coffee available in Guatemala today - and we're always happy to feature their beans.
This particular lot of Red Caturra and Bourbon was wet-processed and sun-dried, resulting in a uniquely smooth and creamy coffee with a weighty body. We're picking up on a distinct citrus note and a certain spiced quality, similar to nutmeg or cinnamon. It's very unlike other coffees we've had from El Socorro before, which is one of the things we love about them. Another thing we love, of course, is that all of their lots are incredibly delicious. Happy brewing!
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5.0 out of 5
Blown Away
Wow. This coffee has been absolutely amazing! It has a full body, but not so full that you loose all the delicate flavors. I have been brewing this coffee espresso style on my Areopress with the Fellow Prismo attachment. It has been very pleasant as both a shot of espresso or in an americano. You get the strong body, but with the settle and pleasant acidity. It is the making of a great cupping! I would defiantly buy this lot of coffee again. Complements to all who had a hand in producing this coffee and getting it into my hands. I can tell you that your hard work was not in vain! Thank you!
Nick Hatfield
Warrensburg
Member Since
September '19
5.0 out of 5
Omom
Delicious and amazing
Tiffany Baker
Cedar City
Member Since
September '19
4.0 out of 5
Very good
This is one of the best coffees I've received from Mustache in the last year or 2. I definitely recommend it to members. It's excellent with Aeropress and great with Hario pour-over as well.
Tim Browning
Idaho Falls
Member Since
February '16
5.0 out of 5
the best first cup
The notes keep coming with each sip.Not a jolt but a continuous reminder of a great , flavorful cup of coffee. My favorite so far
CATHERINE KENNEDY
CHARLOTTE
Member Since
May '19
5.0 out of 5
Superb
A fantastic bean, one of my favorites - complex, rich, full-bodied, with a round mouthfeel. Subtle spice and cream dominate, with a slight citrus note. Underlying all of this is a full, roasty backbone.
Ethan R
Sausalito
Member Since
October '15
4.0 out of 5
Good
Like it
Jennifer Buehrer
Issaquah
Member Since
September '19
4.0 out of 5
Excellent
Nice balance of acidity and some interesting fruit characteristics, while still being very full bodied. My favourite so far.
On 10/21/19 BJ said
Good to hear, El Socorro is a great farm and they put out consistently impressive beans. We're shipping another lot from them presently, so if you liked this one, be sure to add El Socorro #4 to your queue!
Brian Leitner
Santa Cruz
Member Since
September '19
On 09/25/19 BJ said
Right on - glad you enjoyed it! The Aeropress is a great brewer to get the flavors out of this one. :)