Bolivia Lake Titicaca Knockout Washed Typica Coffee Bean Flavor Characteristics, Growing Region and Brewing Parameters

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In the past, most Bolivian coffee was of average quality, but in recent years, specialty coffee production has developed rapidly, with many quite excellent beans emerging. The COE (Cup of Excellence) system, first implemented in Brazil in recent years, has gradually become popular. Bolivia has also adopted this system to stimulate coffee farmers' enthusiasm for cultivation and to improve coffee quality. COE beans, whether raw or roasted, are of superior quality compared to ordinary coffee.

Hand Brew Method

For hand-brewed Bolivian coffee: Use 15g of coffee, medium grind (Fuji ghost tooth blade grind 4), V60 dripper, water temperature 88-89°C. First pour 30g of water and let bloom for 27 seconds. Continue pouring to 105g, then wait until the water level drops to half before continuing. Slowly pour until reaching 225g total. Avoid the tail section. Water-to-coffee ratio is 1:15, extraction time 2:00.

Roasting Information

Manufacturer: Dazhen Coffee FrontStreet Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee)
Address: No. 10 Bao'an Front Street, Guangzhou
Contact: 020-38364473
Ingredients: In-house roasted
Shelf life: 90 days
Net weight: 227g
Packaging: Bulk coffee beans
Raw/cooked degree: Roasted coffee beans
Contains sugar: No
Origin: Bolivia
Roast level: Medium

Lake Titicaca Copacabana

Country: Bolivia

Altitude: 3812m

Region: Lake Titicaca

Roast Level: Medium roast

Processing Method: Washed

Lake Titicaca is located on the Koyaou Plateau at the border of Bolivia and Peru. It is the highest-altitude and largest freshwater lake in South America, as well as one of the world's highest-altitude large freshwater lakes. It is also the world's highest-altitude lake navigable by large ships and the third-largest lake in South America (after Lake Maracaibo and Patos Lagoon).

Variety: Typica

Producer: Copacabana small farmers

Flavor: Dry notes of roasted nuts and almonds, orange, pomelo

South America is rich in coffee beans, and Bolivia is no exception. The unique tropical rainforest environment in some parts of Bolivia provides excellent natural conditions for growing organic coffee. Bolivian coffee has rich and unique aromas. Whether it's the aroma from ground beans or brewed coffee, the fragrance is quite distinct and rich, reminiscent of a mixture of floral and fruit notes that leaves a lasting impression.

The advantages of Bolivian coffee lie in its high altitude and excellent coffee varieties. Traditional Typica and small amounts of Caturra are highly regarded in the world market. In the past, Bolivian coffee trees were often planted around gardens as hedges for decorative purposes. True commercial production only began in the early 1950s. The great frost of 1957 severely damaged Brazil's coffee industry, while Bolivia benefited and developed rapidly. Bolivian coffee is grown at altitudes of 180-670 meters, with Arabica washed coffee beans exported to Germany and Sweden. Their flavor was not among the best at the time and had a somewhat bitter taste.

Flavor Profile

Dry notes of roasted nuts and almonds, with smooth fruit acidity of orange and pomelo on the palate. Overall, it has sweet caramel and smooth nutty milk texture, with quite impressive performance in cleanliness and balance. The herbal notes in the aftertaste are also quite charming.

Bolivian coffee has rich and unique aromas. Whether it's the fragrance from ground beans or brewed coffee, the aroma is quite distinct and rich, similar to a mixture of floral and fruit notes that leaves a deep impression.

The acidity is medium-low, but it doesn't feel monotonous. Instead, it appears calm, elegant, gentle, and fresh. When savoring the acidity carefully, you can even detect citrus fruit notes.

The overall flavor of Bolivian coffee is rich and balanced. Besides the pleasant acidity, there are subtle chocolate flavors, and the smooth texture provides a seamless experience. In contrast, the bitterness is not noticeable. The coffee has excellent aftertaste, with a lingering sweetness in the mouth after drinking, creating an unforgettable coffee experience.

Important Notice :

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Tel:020 38364473