ethiopia + brazil coffee
El Capitan
by the coffee apothecary · taos, usa
this is el capitan, an ethiopia + brazil from the coffee apothecary.
the bean
- origin
- ethiopia + brazil
- region
- mogiana
- status
- in stock
el capitan is a blend from the coffee apothecary, combining beans from ethiopia and brazil, with the brazil component sourced from the mogiana region. mogiana is known for producing coffees at relatively low altitudes with a smooth, low-acid profile, while ethiopia typically contributes floral or fruity complexity. the blend balances the two origins to offer something approachable and well-rounded. without specific processing or tasting notes provided, brew guidance is limited, but blends of this type generally suit filter or espresso preparation depending on roast level.
common questions
What does El Capitan taste like?
specific tasting notes have not been provided for el capitan, but its ethiopia and brazil blend suggests a balance of smooth body from the mogiana region and potential brightness from the ethiopian component.
How is El Capitan grown and processed?
el capitan sources beans from ethiopia and brazil, with the brazilian portion coming from the mogiana region, a well-established coffee-growing area in são paulo state. no processing method has been specified for this coffee.
How should I brew El Capitan?
no specific brew method or roast level has been listed for el capitan, so it is worth checking directly with the coffee apothecary for their recommendation based on current roast profile.
about the coffee apothecary
the coffee apothecary knows exactly what it's doing on paseo del pueblo sur, and the 506 google reviewers giving it 4.7 stars aren't wrong. this isn't the kind of place that needs flashy signage or corporate polish. the beans tell the story here, roasted with the kind of attention that comes from people who actually care about what lands in your cup. regulars don't just come back for caffeine. they come back because someone here understands that good coffee isn't just about extraction ratios or brewing temperatures, though those matter. it's about the moment when that first sip hits and you remember why you fell in love with coffee in the first place. in taos, where authenticity matters more than marketing budgets, the coffee apothecary earns its reputation one careful roast at a time.
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