How to Pour-Over Colombian Coffee Beans - Colombian Coffee Pour-Over Method and Coffee-to-Water Ratio Guide

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Today, Colombia is the world's third-largest coffee producer and exporter, the largest exporter of Arabica coffee beans, and the largest exporter of washed coffee beans.

Unique Geography Creates Colombian Coffee

Colombia, with its beautiful mountains and pleasant scenery, has a delightful climate that feels like spring year-round. The air is fresh and invigorating. Colombia's mild climate and humid air create diverse weather conditions that allow for harvesting throughout the year, with different varieties of coffee ripening at different times. They grow unique quality Arabica coffee beans, and coffee made from these beans has a rich flavor with endless aftertaste, making it truly premium coffee. Today, many people equate "Colombian coffee" with "high quality" and "good taste."

Premium Coffee in Colombian Coffee - Arabica Variety

Among Colombian coffee varieties, we must mention "Arabica" (scientific name: Coffee Arabica). Arabica coffee trees typically grow at altitudes between 900-2000 meters; they are relatively cold-resistant and thrive in temperatures between 15-24°C. They require high humidity with annual rainfall of no less than 1500ml, while also demanding higher cultivation techniques and conditions. So now you can understand why the Andes Mountains were used as the background when explaining the coffee growing area markers earlier.

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Recommended Brewing Method

Pour-over

Dripper

Hario V60

Water Temperature

91°C

Coffee Dose

15g

Coffee-to-Water Ratio

1:15

Grind Size

Medium-fine grind (BG 6k: 58% pass-through rate on China standard #20 sieve)

Brewing Technique

Segmented extraction

Use 34g of water for a 40-second bloom, then pour with a small circular motion to 127g for the first segment. When the water level drops and is about to expose the coffee bed, continue pouring to 240g and stop. Wait until the water level drops and is about to expose the coffee bed again, then remove the dripper. (Timing starts from the bloom) Total extraction time is 2'00".

Flavor Profile

The initial taste reveals citrus, berries, and cherry tomatoes. As the temperature changes, you'll notice caramel sweetness and subtle fermented aromas. The aftertaste features floral notes and nutty cream aromas, with a smooth and clean mouthfeel.