El Socorro Maracaturra
Profile
Aromas of yuzu and delicate florals lead into notes of dark chocolate and starfruit. Lingering finish of pear. The acidity is pleasantly mild, balanced by a medium body and silky mouthfeel.
Preparation
Light roast. Recommended as V60 Switch (also works well as french press or other drip). For Switch use a ratio of 26g coffee to 400ml water. First bloom pour of 200ml (open) - at 45s close switch and gently pour remaining 200ml of water. allow for 2-2.5 min of immersion. open switch. enjoy.
EXPERIENCE
Elegant and exuberant. There is something special about this coffee, you can clearly sense the refinement and care that has gone into it. The growing process benefits from the exacting standards of this award winning farm. A deeply enjoyable coffee.
About the farm
El Socorro has consistently placed among the top coffees in the prestigious Cup of Excellence competition, including four first-place wins with their celebrated gesha. This lot reflects the remarkable standard Juan Diego and his family have established—offering delicate sweetness and floral character that exemplify the elegance of their coffees.
This exceptional coffee farm was started in 1980 and has been in the family for more than four generations. More than half the land is dedicated to native habitat.
