1st December 2024
Nicaragua El Arbol
Roastery: Nordbeans
Altitude: 1 400 masl
Variety: Maracaturra
Processing: CM Natural
Flavour profile
red wine, blackberry, rum
Origin
The El Árbol farm is run by experienced farmer Claudio Lovo, who focuses on the production of fine coffee with an emphasis on sustainability. The farm is also partly owned by Saša Šestić, a world barista champion, and thanks to his influence, the farm uses the carbonic maceration method. This process, inspired by winemaking, involves fermenting coffee in a closed environment with the addition of carbon dioxide. The result is a more intense fruit profile and a pronounced acidity, which gives the coffee its unique character. Maracaturra, a hybrid variety between Maragogipe and Caturra, is known for its larger beans.
Recipe
Method: April brewer (or any other pour over method)
Grind setting: 20 clicks on Comandante
Water temperature: 96 °C
Coffee amount: 15 g
Water amount 250 g
Brew Time: 3:00