Latisha Estate Single Origin Bean Brewing Suggestions - Cultivation Varieties and Flavor Profile

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Pour-over Guatemala La Dicha

15g coffee grounds, medium grind (Fuji Royal hand grinder with burr set at 4), V60 dripper, water temperature 88-89°C. First pour 30g water for a 27-second bloom, then pour to 105g and pause. Wait until the water level in the coffee bed drops to halfway, then continue pouring slowly until reaching 225g total. Discard the tail end. Water-to-coffee ratio 1:15, total extraction time 2:00.

Bourbon Coffee

Bourbon coffee (French: Café Bourbon) is coffee produced from Arabica coffee trees of the Bourbon variety. Bourbon coffee was originally cultivated on Réunion Island, which was known as Bourbon Island (Île Bourbon) before 1789. It was later occupied by France and connected to the African continent and Latin America. It is now one of the two most popular Arabica coffee producing regions in the world. Bourbon coffee is typically grown at altitudes between 3,500 to 6,500 feet (1,062–1,972 meters).

Caturra

Caturra is a single-gene mutation of Bourbon, discovered in Brazil in the 1950s. It has higher productivity and disease resistance than Bourbon, with comparable flavor quality. It is suitable for cultivation at altitudes between 700-1,700 meters and demonstrates strong altitude adaptability, though yields decrease at higher elevations.

Coffee Bean Grading Systems

Currently, coffee bean grading systems are not unified worldwide. Each coffee-producing country has its own grading system and terminology. Therefore, you might see text such as "SHB," "AA+," "Supremo," "Extra-Fancy," "Peaberry" on coffee packaging. These are coffee bean grade names. Some roasted coffee beans sold in retail may indicate the grade of single-origin coffee. Typically, more detailed coffee grading indicates better coffee quality. However, most commercial coffee does not display grade information.

Product Information

Manufacturer: FrontStreet Coffee
Address: No. 10 Bao'an Qianjie, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou
Contact: 020-38364473
Ingredients: House-roasted coffee
Shelf life: 90 days
Net weight: 227g
Packaging: Bulk
Flavor profile: Mellow and aromatic
Coffee bean state: Roasted beans
Sugar content: Sugar-free
Origin: Guatemala
Coffee variety: Other
Roast level: Medium roast

Guatemala Finca Las Delicias

Country: Guatemala
Grade: SHB
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 Dicha

Guatemala Coffee History

Coffee was truly introduced to Guatemala in 1750 by Jesuit priests. German colonists developed the local coffee industry in the late 19th century. Today, most coffee production takes place in the southern part of the country. Guatemala has seven main coffee-producing regions: Antigua, Cobán, Atitlán, Huehuetenango, Fraijanes, Oriente, and San Marcos. Each region has different climate variations, so coffee beans from each region possess their own unique characteristics. Generally speaking, Guatemalan coffee presents a smooth and rich overall texture, with elegant aromas and a pleasant, warm acidity similar to fruit acids, making it truly the nobility of coffees.

Flavor Profile

Black tea, floral notes, rich caramel sweetness

Fraijanes Plateau Terroir

Volcanic soil, high altitude, humid and rainy climate, and active volcanic activity create the unique geographical conditions of the Fraijanes Plateau region. The Pacaya volcano within this area is the most active of Guatemala's three still-erupting volcanoes, often blanketing the Fraijanes Plateau in a light layer of ash and providing abundant minerals to the soil. During the coffee bean drying period, it is precisely the season with abundant sunshine in the Fraijanes Plateau. Although there are often clouds and fog in the early morning, they quickly dissipate, ensuring excellent sun exposure conditions in the region.

Finca La Dicha Estate

Coffee cultivation at Finca La Dicha in the Fraijanes Plateau began in 1920. The estate grows diverse varieties including Bourbon, Caturra, and Pacamara. On the 205-acre farm (1 acre = 4,046.8 square meters), 173 acres are dedicated to coffee cultivation, while the remaining 32 acres of native forest serve as a habitat for various local wildlife species. Several natural springs on the farm provide sufficient, high-quality irrigation for the coffee plantations during the dry season. They also serve as the power source for the coffee processing plant (water for the washing process).

Important Notice :

前街咖啡 FrontStreet Coffee has moved to new addredd:

FrontStreet Coffee Address: 315,Donghua East Road,GuangZhou

Tel:020 38364473