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
La Palma, Chalatenango, El Salvador
Processes
Semi-WashedHoney
Tasting notes
Red currantPlumDried apricotRoselle tea
Varietal
Pacamara
Species
Arabica
Altitude
1500 masl
Farm
Las Cascadas
Producer
Melvin Portillo
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About
A fruit-forward Pacamara from young producer Melvin Portillo, whose farm is planted entirely with Pacamara and named for its waterfalls. Melvin processes the coffee himself and dries it on raised beds on the farm.

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FAQ

Where does Las Cascadas come from?

Las Cascadas comes from La Palma, Chalatenango, El Salvador. It is a Semi-Washed and honey coffee. It grows at 1500 masl.

What does Las Cascadas taste like?

Nylon lists red currant, plum, dried apricot and roselle tea.

How do I brew Las Cascadas?

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.