Mexican Altura Swiss Decaf
Mexican Altura Swiss Decaf is grown in the rich, volcanic soil of Mexico's central and southern mountain ranges. This varietal embodies its name, offering a full-bodied and earthy flavor with hints of chocolate.
GRADE |
SHG EP* |
REGION |
Chiapas |
COOP |
Café Alma de Chiapas |
ALTITUDE |
1,000 to 1,800 M |
PROCESSING |
Washed |
VARIETAL |
Tipica, Bourbone, Marchellza, Oro Azteca, Costa Rica Hybrid |
HARVEST MONTHS |
December to April |
CUPPING NOTES |
Bright Acidity, Medium Body, Milk Chocolate, Cranberry, Citrus Fruit, Nice Complexity. |
*SHG stands for Strictly High Grown, which means the coffee was grown at an altitude of around 1,350 meters. Coffee grown at a higher altitude and lower temperature produces a slower maturing fruit and a denser bean, which creates a more desirable specialty cup. SHG stands for Strictly High Grown, which means the coffee was grown at an altitude of around 1,350 meters. Coffee grown at a higher altitude and lower temperature produces a slower maturing fruit and a denser bean, which creates a more desirable specialty cup.
*EP stands for European preparation, which means the coffee is screen-size 15 and above, with a maximum of 8 defects within 300 grams.