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Aldea La Chota

by colorado ironcrest coffee roasters, llc · denver, usa

you'll taste red apple before winey. this is aldea la chota, an anaerobic peru from colorado ironcrest coffee roasters, llc.

red applewineycaramelhoneyhoneycomb
$15buy from colorado ironcrest coffee roasters, llc

the bean

origin
peru
region
cajamarca
process
anaerobic
varietal
caturra
status
in stock
aldea la chota is a caturra variety coffee grown in cajamarca, peru, and processed using an anaerobic method, where the cherries ferment in a low-oxygen environment before drying. that process pulls out the winey, fruit-forward character you get in the cup, with red apple and a faint fermented sweetness alongside caramel, honey, and honeycomb. it's a good pick if you like process-driven coffees with sweetness and complexity. brew it as a pour-over or french press to let the fruit and caramel notes come through clearly, and keep water temperature around 200°f to avoid pushing the winey quality too sharp.

common questions

What does Aldea La Chota taste like?

expect red apple and a winey quality up front, backed by caramel, honey, and honeycomb sweetness. the anaerobic process gives it a fruit-forward, slightly fermented character that sets it apart from washed peruvian coffees.

How is Aldea La Chota grown and processed?

it's a caturra varietal grown in cajamarca, peru, and processed anaerobically, meaning the coffee cherries ferment in a sealed, low-oxygen environment before drying, which deepens fruit and sweetness in the final cup.

How should I brew Aldea La Chota?

a pour-over or french press works well here, giving the red apple, caramel, and honeycomb notes room to develop. use water around 200°f and a medium grind to keep the winey quality balanced rather than sharp.

about colorado ironcrest coffee roasters, llc

when you need a place where coffee comes first and everything else follows, colorado ironcrest delivers exactly that. tucked into south broadway's mix of old denver and new energy, this roastery has built something rare: genuine loyalty from people who know their beans. you won't find flashy marketing here, just serious attention to what ends up in your cup. the regulars keep coming back because consistency matters more than trendy drinks or photogenic latte art. this is where you go when you want coffee that tastes like the roaster actually cares about the process, not just the profit margins. whether you're grabbing a quick shot before work or settling in for a longer session, the focus stays on the fundamentals. no gimmicks, no unnecessary complexity. just well-roasted coffee served by people who understand why you're here. stop by for a morning cortado on your way through the broadway corridor.

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