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
Turrialba, Cartago, Costa Rica
Process
Washed
Tasting notes
MangoOrange sodaVanilla
Varietal
Red Obatá
Species
Arabica
Altitude
1100–1400 masl
Farm
Aquiares Estate
Producer
Alfonzo Robelo
Importer
Mercanta
Best for
Espresso & filter
About
Since taking over the management of Aquiares Estate in 1992, Don Alfonzo Robelo has led the farm with a strong focus on sustainability and community development. Aquiares Estate is one of Costa Rica’s largest and best-known coffee farms, with coffee production dating back to 1890. The estate sits at elevations of around 1,100–1,400 masl. Don Alfonzo works closely with World Coffee Research and ICAFE, Costa Rica’s Coffee Institute, to trial new coffee varieties and innovative farming techniques. His commitment to the local community extends beyond coffee, with the estate supporting youth programmes, healthcare initiatives and local schools. Through its Home Ownership programme, Aquiares has also helped workers purchase their own homes.

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FAQ

Where does Don Alfonzo come from?

Don Alfonzo comes from Turrialba, Cartago, Costa Rica. It is a washed coffee. It grows at 1100–1400 masl.

What does Don Alfonzo taste like?

Cartwheel Coffee Roasters lists mango, orange soda and vanilla.

How do I brew Don Alfonzo?

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.