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don mauricio, guatemala coffee from elbgold

guatemala coffee

DON MAURICIO

by elbgold · hamburg, germany

this is don mauricio, a washed guatemala from elbgold.

the bean

origin
guatemala
region
huehuetenango
process
washed
varietal
caturra, bourbon
status
in stock
don mauricio is a washed guatemalan coffee from huehuetenango, grown with caturra and bourbon varietals by elbgold. huehuetenango sits at high altitude in the western highlands, and the washed process strips the fruit before drying, which typically emphasizes clarity and clean structure in the cup. expect a well-defined, bright profile with the kind of balance these traditional varietals are known for. it suits filter brewing, where the clean processing and origin character can come through without interference. grind fresh and keep water around 92-94°c for best results.

common questions

What does DON MAURICIO taste like?

don mauricio is a washed coffee from huehuetenango, so expect a clean, structured cup with the bright acidity and classic profile that caturra and bourbon varietals tend to produce in this guatemalan region.

How is DON MAURICIO grown and processed?

it is grown in huehuetenango, guatemala, using caturra and bourbon plants, and processed using the washed method, which removes the fruit before drying and produces a cleaner, more defined flavour in the cup.

How should I brew DON MAURICIO?

filter brewing methods such as pour over or drip suit this coffee well, as they allow the clarity and structure from the washed processing to come through clearly.

about elbgold

...because when you're walking down eppendorfer baum, the smell hits you first. elbgold sits at number 26 like it's been part of this neighborhood longer than most of the apartments around it. hamburg has plenty of places that serve coffee, but this roastery actually cares about what goes into your cup. the beans come from places that matter, roasted by people who know the difference between good and good enough. you'll find locals here who've been coming for years, not because it's trendy but because the coffee consistently delivers. no fancy marketing campaigns or sleek corporate messaging. just solid roasting and brewing that respects both the bean and your palate. the kind of place that makes you realize why independent roasters exist in the first place. order their filter coffee on a tuesday morning when eppendorfer baum is still quiet.

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