How to brew this

Suggestion
Ratio
1:2.1
1:16
Temp
93°C

A starting point based on this bean's roast level. Open Tazzina to dial in the grind on your grinder.

About this bean

Roast level
Medium-Light · 4/10
Type
Single origin
Origin
Cerrado Mineiro, Brazil
Process
Natural
Tasting notes
Milk chocolateVanillaToffeeDried orange
Varietal
Topazio
Species
Arabica
Altitude
1200 masl
Farm
Fazenda Barinas
Producer
Marcio Borges
Best for
Espresso & filter
About
A natural-process Topazio from Fazenda Barinas in Cerrado Mineiro, farmed by the same family for five generations. Milk chocolate and vanilla up front, rich toffee sweetness and a dried orange finish. Roasted for both filter and espresso.

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FAQ

Where does Brazil Marcio Borges come from?

Brazil Marcio Borges comes from Cerrado Mineiro, Brazil. It is a natural coffee. It grows at 1200 masl.

What does Brazil Marcio Borges taste like?

Alinea Coffee Roasters lists milk chocolate, vanilla, toffee and dried orange.

How do I brew Brazil Marcio Borges?

Start at 1:2.1 for espresso or 1:16 for pour-over. Brew it at 93°C (199°F). Grind depends on your grinder, so there is no single number: Tazzina translates the community grind to your grinder, or guides you to it by taste.

What is Tazzina?

Tazzina is a free iPhone and iPad app for coffee. Save a brew for every bean, grinder, and brew method, dial it in with guided steps, and repeat the cups you love.