Bolivian Lake Titicaca Washed Typica Coffee Bean Differences, Distinctions, and Award Status

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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 gained popularity, and Bolivia has also introduced this system. On one hand, it can inspire coffee farmers' enthusiasm for cultivation, and on the other hand, it aims to improve coffee quality. COE beans, whether raw or brewed coffee, are of higher quality than ordinary coffee.

The advantage of Bolivian coffee lies in its high altitude and excellent coffee varieties. The traditional Typica and small amounts of Caturra grown here are highly praised in the world market. In the past, Bolivian coffee trees were often planted around gardens as hedges, serving decorative purposes. Real commercial production only began in the early 1950s. The severe frost of 1957 seriously damaged Brazil's coffee industry, while Bolivia benefited from it and developed rapidly. Bolivian coffee is grown at altitudes of 180-670 meters, with its Arabica washed coffee beans exported to Germany and Sweden. The flavor is not among the best today and has a slightly bitter taste.

Flavor Profile

Roasted nuts and almond dry aroma, with smooth fruit acidity of sweet orange and pomelo upon entry. Overall, it has sweet caramel and nutty milk smooth texture, with quite impressive cleanliness and balance. The herbal aroma in the aftertaste is also quite charming.

Bolivian coffee has rich and unique aroma. Whether it's the aroma after grinding the beans or the aroma of the brewed coffee, it's quite distinct and rich, similar to a mixture of floral and fruity aromas, leaving a deep impression.

The acidity is medium to low, but it doesn't feel monotonous. Instead, it's calm, generous, soft, and fresh. When savoring the acidity carefully, you can even feel the acidity of citrus fruits.

The overall flavor of Bolivian coffee is rich and balanced. Besides the pleasant acidity, there's also a light chocolate flavor. The smooth texture provides a seamless experience, making the bitterness less noticeable. The coffee has excellent aftertaste, with the sweet taste lingering in the mouth after drinking, making the wonderful experience brought by this coffee unforgettable.

Pour-over Brewing Method

Pour-over Bolivian coffee: 15g of coffee, medium grind (small Fuji ghost tooth blade #4), V60 dripper, water temperature 88-89°C. First pour 30g of water, bloom for 27 seconds. Pour to 105g and stop pouring. Wait until the water level in the coffee bed drops to half, then continue pouring slowly until reaching 225g. Avoid the tail section. Water-to-coffee ratio 1:15, extraction time 2:00.

Roasting Information

Manufacturer: Dazhen Coffee FrontStreet Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee)
Address: No. 10, Bao'an Front Street, Guangzhou City
Manufacturer Contact: 020-38364473
Ingredients: In-house roasted
Shelf Life: 90 days
Net Weight: 227g
Packaging: Bulk coffee beans
Roast Level: Roasted coffee beans
Sugar Content: Sugar-free
Origin: Bolivia
Roast Degree: Medium

Lake Titicaca Copacabana

Country: Bolivia
Altitude: 3812m
Region: Lake Titicaca
Roast Degree: Medium roast
Processing Method: Washed

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

Variety: Typica
Producer: Copacabana small farmers
Flavor: Roasted nuts and almond dry aroma, sweet 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 the growth of organic coffee. Bolivian coffee has rich and unique aroma. Whether it's the aroma after grinding the beans or the aroma of the brewed coffee, it's quite distinct and rich, similar to a mixture of floral and fruity aromas, leaving a deep impression.

Important Notice :

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Tel:020 38364473