How to brew this

Suggestion
Ratio
1:2.4
1:16
Temp
94°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
Light · 2/10
Type
Single origin
Origin
Trujillo, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
Process
Natural
Tasting notes
PlumBlueberryFloral
Varietal
Mandela
Species
Arabica
Altitude
1600 masl
Farm
La Esperanza
Producer
Café Granja La Esperanza
Best for
Espresso & filter
About
A complex, subtly floral natural lot of Mandela, a hybrid varietal Café Granja La Esperanza bred from Caturra, Timor Hybrid and Ethiopian strains, grown at La Esperanza near Trujillo in Valle del Cauca, Colombia at 1600 masl. A complex fruit character of plum and blueberry. Suitable for both filter and espresso.

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FAQ

Where does Mandela come from?

Mandela comes from Trujillo, Valle del Cauca, Colombia. It is a natural coffee. It grows at 1600 masl.

What does Mandela taste like?

La Cabra lists plum, blueberry and floral.

How do I brew Mandela?

Start at 1:2.4 for espresso or 1:16 for pour-over. Brew it at 94°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.