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
Aponte, Nariño, Colombia
Process
Honey
Tasting notes
Green grapePlumLime starburst
Varietal
Caturra
Species
Arabica
Altitude
1700–1800 masl
Best for
Espresso
About
A 100% Caturra microlot from around 200 smallholders on an indigenous reserve in the rural areas of Aponte, Nariño, part of Cofinet's Regional Plus programme. Volcanic ash soil, altitude and consistently low temperatures let the cherries dry slowly.

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FAQ

Where does Mother Tongue come from?

Mother Tongue comes from Aponte, Nariño, Colombia. It is a honey coffee. It grows at 1700–1800 masl.

What does Mother Tongue taste like?

Dark Arts Coffee lists green grape, plum and lime starburst.

How do I brew Mother Tongue?

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.