El Morito | Anacafe-14 Washed | Espresso

Lot name: El Morito OOAK Auction lot #2
Country of origin: Guatemala
Producer: Jose Roberto Monterroso
Region: Mataquescuintla
Area: Jalapa
Variety: Anacafe 14 - x Pacamara
Altitude: 1400 to 2350 masl  Average temperature: 11C to 25C Tasting notes: Raspberry, blackberry, lemonade, white nectarines, lychee

Introducing a carefully selected microlot coffee, suited to espresso brewing. Whether you’ve got a taste for Guatemalan coffee or are looking to try something new, enjoy the fruity and floral flavour notes of raspberry, blackberry, lemonade, white nectarines and lychee.                                               

Processing & fermentation - Washed - Dry/ Aerobic fermentation in open tanks, 30 hours of dry fermentation before mucilage is removed and then dried on a drying patio for 7 days.

Impact - Jose Roberto gives great care and attention to the community. He was involved in helping to build multiple schools for the local area and provides ongoing financial support for the local fire brigade and medical services.

Brew Guide

Here’s how to brew El Morito Espresso when using commercial espresso equipment. Domestic grinders may require an extraction time of up to 30 seconds for optimal results.

Coffee: 19.5g
Extraction: 45g
Time: 19 seconds
Temperature: 95.4 degrees celsius

Pro Tip: We recommend adding 10-15ml of hot water to the espresso for the best taste.