Guatemala La Tizha Pour-Over Brewing Data & How to Enjoy La Tizha Estate Coffee

Hand Brewed Guatemala La Tacita: 15g coffee grounds, medium grind (using Fuji burr grinder setting 4), V60 dripper, water temperature 88-89°C. First pour with 30g water for 27 seconds bloom, then pour to 105g and stop. Wait until the water level drops to halfway before continuing, slowly pour until reaching 225g total. Discard the tail end. Water-to-coffee ratio 1:15, total extraction time 2:00.

Bourbon Coffee: Origins and Varieties

Bourbon coffee (French: Café Bourbon) is a coffee produced from the Bourbon cultivar of Arabica coffee trees. Bourbon coffee was originally cultivated on Réunion Island, which was known as Île Bourbon before 1789. It was later occupied by the French and became connected to both the African continent and Latin America. Today, it remains one of the two most widespread Arabica coffee production regions globally. Bourbon coffee is typically grown at elevations between 3,500 to 6,500 feet (1,062–1,972 meters).

Caturra: A single-gene mutation of Bourbon, discovered in Brazil during the 1950s. It exhibits both higher yield capacity and disease resistance compared to Bourbon, with comparable flavor profiles. It is suitable for cultivation at elevations between 700-1,700 meters, demonstrating strong adaptability to various altitudes, though yields may decrease at higher elevations.

Coffee Bean Grading Systems

Currently, the grading systems for coffee beans in growing regions worldwide are not standardized. Each coffee-producing country maintains its own grading system and grading terminology. Therefore, you might encounter various designations on coffee packaging such as "SHB," "AA+," "Supremo," "Extra-Fancy," "Peaberry," among others. These represent different coffee bean grades. Commercially available roasted coffee beans sometimes indicate the grade of single-origin coffee. Generally, more detailed grading information on coffee packaging indicates better quality. However, most commercial coffees do not display this information.

Product Information

Manufacturer: FrontStreet Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee)
Address: No. 10 Bao'an Front Street, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou
Contact: 020-38364473
Ingredients: In-house roasted coffee beans
Shelf life: 90 days
Net weight: 227g
Packaging: Bulk
Flavor profile: Mellow and aromatic
Bean state: Roasted coffee beans
Sugar content: Sugar-free
Origin: Guatemala
Coffee type: Other varieties
Roast level: Medium roast

Guatemala Finca Las Delicias

Country: Guatemala
Grade: SHB (Strictly Hard Bean)
Region: Fraijanes, Guatemala City
Altitude: 1,675 meters
Harvest period: October to February of the following year
Processing method: Washed
Varieties: Bourbon, Caturra
Processing mill: Finca La Tacita

Guatemala Coffee Heritage

Coffee was truly introduced to Guatemala in 1750 by Jesuit priests, with German colonizers developing the local coffee industry in the late 19th century. Today, most coffee production occurs in the southern regions of the country. Guatemala has seven main coffee-producing regions: Antigua, Coban, Atitlan, Huehuetenango, Fraijanes, Oriente, and San Marcos. Each region possesses distinct climate variations, resulting in coffee beans with unique characteristics from each area. Generally speaking, Guatemalan coffee presents a mild yet rich overall texture, with elegant aromas and pleasant, warm acidity similar to fruit acids, establishing itself as the aristocrat among coffees.

Flavor profile: Black tea, floral notes, rich caramel sweetness

Fraijanes Plateau: Unique Terroir

Volcanic soil, high altitude, humid and rainy climate, and active volcanic activity have created the unique geographical conditions of the Fraijanes Plateau region. The Pacaya volcano within this area is the most active among Guatemala's three still-erupting volcanoes, frequently shrouding the Fraijanes Plateau in a light layer of ash that provides abundant minerals to the soil. The coffee bean drying period coincides with the Fraijanes Plateau's season of abundant sunshine. Although mornings are often cloudy and foggy, these conditions quickly dissipate, ensuring excellent sun exposure for the region.

Coffee cultivation at Finca La Tacita in the Fraijanes Plateau began in 1920. The estate grows diverse varieties including Bourbon, Caturra, and Pacamara. On the total farm area of 205 acres (1 acre = 4,046.8 square meters), 173 acres are dedicated to coffee cultivation, while the remaining 32 acres of native forest serve as habitat for various local wildlife species. The farm contains several natural springs that provide ample, high-quality irrigation for the coffee plantations during dry seasons. These springs also serve as the power source for the coffee processing plant (providing water for the washed processing method).

Important Notice :

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