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
San Agustín, Huila, Colombia
Process
Washed
Tasting notes
Stone fruitGreen appleCaramel
Varietals
San BernardoCastilloGeshaPink BourbonCaturraColombiaCatimorTabiRed Bourbon
Species
Arabica
Altitude
1650–2000 masl
Producer
La Colmena
Importer
Semilla
Best for
Espresso & filter
About
A field blend from La Colmena, around thirty coffee-growing families in San Agustín, Huila, who cup together weekly through the Monkaaba initiative. Balanced and consistently sweet. Part of the Explore Range.

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FAQ

Where does Colombia La Colmena come from?

Colombia La Colmena comes from San Agustín, Huila, Colombia. It is a washed coffee. It grows at 1650–2000 masl.

What does Colombia La Colmena taste like?

North Star Coffee Roasters lists stone fruit, green apple and caramel.

How do I brew Colombia La Colmena?

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.