guatemala coffee
Guatemala Dulce Leonarda
by achilles coffee solana beach · san diego, usa
you'll taste lemon before grapefruit. this is guatemala dulce leonarda, a washed guatemala from achilles coffee solana beach.
lemongrapefruitcitrus zest
the bean
- origin
- guatemala
- region
- huehuetenango
- process
- washed
- varietal
- caturra, bourbon
- status
- in stock
guatemala dulce leonarda is a washed coffee from huehuetenango, one of guatemala's highest and most climatically distinct growing regions. roasted by achilles coffee in solana beach, it's built on caturra and bourbon varieties, two cultivars known for clean, well-defined acidity. the washed process removes fruit before drying, which keeps the cup focused and bright. expect lemon, grapefruit, and citrus zest throughout. that citrus-forward, high-acid profile responds well to pour-over or filter brewing, where clarity and delicacy in the cup are easiest to achieve. grind medium-fine, use water around 200°f, and keep your ratio close to 1:16.
common questions
What does Guatemala Dulce Leonarda taste like?
it leads with lemon, grapefruit, and citrus zest, giving it a bright, clean acidity without a lot of heavy body. the washed process keeps those citrus notes clear and well-defined in the cup.
How is Guatemala Dulce Leonarda grown and processed?
it's grown in huehuetenango, guatemala, using caturra and bourbon varieties, then processed using the washed method, which removes the fruit skin and pulp before the beans are dried. this results in a cleaner, more straightforward cup compared to natural or honey-processed coffees.
How should I brew Guatemala Dulce Leonarda?
a filter or pour-over method suits this coffee well, since its bright citrus character and clean washed processing come through most clearly with those techniques. a medium-fine grind, water around 200°f, and a 1:16 coffee-to-water ratio are a reliable starting point.
about achilles coffee solana beach
achilles coffee solana beach knows what it's doing with dark roasts. you won't find timid medium profiles herethey commit to bold, developed beans that actually taste like coffee instead of fruit juice. the highway 101 location draws people who want their morning caffeine to have some backbone. regulars keep coming back because the roasting philosophy stays consistent. no experimental single origins or trendy processing methods, just solid coffee that works whether you're headed to work or settling in for the afternoon. the americano hits different when someone actually understands how to handle darker beans.
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