Colombia,Ivan Villaquira - Washed Catuai

Iván Villaquira - Washed Catuai 

Our latest single origin from Colombia to suit both espresso and filter style brewing methods.  This coffee highlights sweetness and citrus fruit.

From the high-altitude farms of La Argentina, Huila, Colombia, this Washed Catuai is the result of Iván Villaquira’s dedication to excellence. Nestled at 1,950m above sea level, his farm, Finca Villa Alejandría, benefits from a cool climate and nutrient-rich soil, allowing coffee cherries to develop exceptional sweetness and depth.

Once the cherries reach a peak ripeness they are carefully processed by precision fermentation to highlight the natural complexity of the Catuai.

😋 Flavour Notes:

Expect a bright and complex cup with vibrant citrus and stone fruit notes, perfectly complemented by deep chocolate undertones. The balanced acidity and smooth body make it a versatile delight, whether brewed as espresso or filter.  Lime, black tea, tropical yellow fruits and nectarine.

✍️ Recipe:

Espresso Brew Ratio: 1:1.8
Extraction Time: 30-35 seconds.
This means that for every gram of ground coffee dosed into the porta-filter there is 1.8 grams of coffee extracted.  If using and dosing with an 18g porta-filter you can extract approximately 38-grams of liquid (coffee).  Still stuck? Check out this link to learn more about brew ratios click here.

Filter Brew Ratio: 1:14
Brew Time: Less than 2-minutes (depending on brew method).
This means that for every gram of ground coffee added into the filter there is 15 grams of hot water.  Still stuck?  Check out this video to learn about applying brew ratios here.

Our recipes are designed as templates for starting points and do vary depending on many other variables including personal preferences in particular.

🌍 Where it’s from: 

Producer: Iván Villaquira

Farm: Finca Villa Alejandría, Colombia

Altitude: 1,950m

Process: Washed

Botanical Cultivar: Catuai