Maker - Richmond
"Located in the south of Huila, the town of Pitalito serves as a coffee trading point, supplied by producers that work the farms surrounding the area. Famous for producing coffees that exhibit well-balanced acidity, sweetness, and body, the region of Huila benefits from the high altitudes and consistent temperatures that encourage complexity.
Typically, the wet process in Colombia starts with ripe cherries picked and pulped the same day, followed by a 12-36 hour fermentation in open-air tanks, before washing clean and spreading out to dry. This coffee plays nice in every situation, making for smooth lattes and bright fruity black coffees."
Producer - Various
Origin - Hulia, Colombia
Roast date - 13/1/2025
Variety - Castillo, Caturra
Process - Washed
Flavour notes - Red apple, Orange, Milk chocolate
"Located in a mountainous and biodiverse landscape, Matilde Farm is operated by father-and-son team Ricardo and Leonardo Tavares. The farm uses mahogany trees to shade its growing coffee crops, which slows cherry maturation in order to highlight sweetness and complexity in the cup.
Harvesting between June and September, the experienced and long-term staff use machinery to pick fully-ripe cherries. This coffee was processed as a natural, emphasising its rich body and nutty sweetness, making a smooth milk or black coffee."
Producer - Various
Origin - Chapada de Minas, Brazil
Roast date - 13/1/2025
Variety - Catuai
Process - Natural
Flavour notes - Apricot, Butterscotch, Milk chocolate
"This particular coffee is sourced from the Cuilco region in Huehuetenango, which is home to several beautiful coffee farms. The farmers in this area primarily grow Caturra, Bourbon, and Pacamara varieties, and are constantly experimenting with hybrids. They are also dedicated to maintaining their coffee farms and the surrounding native forest. Coffee production is essential to the livelihood of these farmers, and they take great pride in their work.
The Cuilco region grows several varieties including Bourbon, Caturra, Pacamara, Maragogype, and Pache, all of which are carefully cultivated by a hardworking community of farmers who prioritize quality and environmental preservation. As a result, each cup not only delivers delicious flavor, but also supports the livelihood of these dedicated and passionate producers."
Producer - Various Small Holders
Origin - Huehuetenango, Guatemala
Roast date - 13/1/2025
Variety - Bourbon, Caturra, Pacamara
Process - Washed
Flavour notes - Red grape, Plum, Panela
"As a coffee industry expert, Ocholo Bedecho has achieved success in the Oromia Regional State Guji Zone. His 8-hectare land in Urga district, located 12km from Haro Wachu, is a major source of income for him.
Aside from coffee, he also cultivates vegetables and Enset (false banana) for daily sustenance. His land has become a model for other farmers in the district due to its size and productivity. Mr. Bedecho takes great pride in using the profits from his thriving coffee farm to support his children's education."
Producer - Ocholo Bedecho
Origin - Arsosala Haro Wachu, Ethiopia
Roast date - 13/1/2025
Variety - Heirloom
Process - Natural
Flavour notes - Blueberry, Elderflower, Toffee
Recipes
Espresso - 9 bar Brew ratio - 1:2.2 (dry coffee : espresso liquid) Temp - 94 Deg C Time - 25-30 seconds. *Adjust grind size to achieve the desired time |
Espresso - 6 bar Brew ratio - 1:2.7 (dry coffee : espresso liquid) Temp - 94 Deg C Time - 25-30 seconds. *Adjust grind size to achieve the desired time |
Pourover Temp - off the boil Ratio - 1:16 (dry coffee:water) Bloom - 30 seconds Flow rate - fast *Adjust grind size to achieve desired flow rate |
Aeropress Temp - off the boil Ratio - 1:16 (dry coffee : water) Bloom - 30 seconds Brew time - 90 seconds (including bloom) Press consistently over 15-20 seconds. |
Stove top Ratio - 1 - 10 (dry coffee : water) |