How to brew this

Suggestion
Ratio
1:2.2
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 · 3/10
Type
Single origin
Origin
Sonsón, Antioquia, Colombia
Processes
Red HoneyExtended Fermentation
Tasting notes
Red appleMilk chocolateCaramel
Varietal
Castillo
Species
Arabica
Altitude
1850 masl
Farm
El Carmelo
Producer
Oscar Henao
About
Castillo from Oscar Osorio Henao's El Carmelo farm in Sonsón, Antioquia: whole cherries fermented for 120 hours, then processed as a red honey. October 2026 Monthly Drop.

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FAQ

Where does El Carmelo Reserve come from?

El Carmelo Reserve comes from Sonsón, Antioquia, Colombia. It is a Red Honey and Extended Fermentation coffee. It grows at 1850 masl.

What does El Carmelo Reserve taste like?

Big Shoulders Coffee lists red apple, milk chocolate and caramel.

How do I brew El Carmelo Reserve?

Start at 1:2.2 for espresso or 1:16 for pour-over. Brew it at 93°C (200°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.