Honduras Coffee Beans
Honduras Coffee Beans
The flavor profile of Colipse's Honduras Copán coffee beans and grounds features notes of grapefruit, caramel, milk chocolate, and a hint of nutmeg. Colipse Honduras Copán is a single-origin, medium-dark "Vienna" roast that shines brightest when brewed using a French press, espresso, Moka pot, Turkish coffee, or cold brew method.
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COFFEE PROFILE
ROAST LEVEL: Medium-Dark
BODY: Smooth
ACIDITY: Bright
FLAVOR NOTES: Grapefruit, Milk Chocolate
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ATTRIBUTES
ALTITUDE: 1,200-1,700 masl
PRODUCER: Cafes Especiales Corquin, S. A. de C. V (CAFESCOR)
REGION: Corquin Copán
PROCESS: Washed and Sun Dried
VARIETALS: Caturra, Red and Yellow Catuai, Bourbon, and Lempira
HARVEST MONTHS: November - April
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About Honduran Coffee
Colipse's Honduras Copan coffee beans are some of the best you can get from Honduras. They're grown on the Joel Lopez estate in the Copán region, in the western part of the country, close to Guatemala. Honduran coffee beans grown at 1,200-1,700 meters elevation by 131+ farms on 400+ hectares. Copán's climate: avg. 27°C, 81% humidity, highs of 35°C (May), lows of 29°C (Jan). The region receives an annual rainfall of 894.7 mm, with November being the wettest month at 142.4 mm. Joel Lopez estate offers a unique coffee varietals, featuring Arabica (Caturra, Red and Yellow Catuai, Bourbon) and Robusta-Arabica hybrids (IHCAFE 90 and Lempira). The coffee harvesting season typically runs from November to February. After harvest, CAFESCOR coffee beans undergoes a fully washed process. This includes 12-24 hours of fermentation and drying using both patio and mechanical methods.
Cupping Notes
Indulging in a cup of Honduran coffee is a sensory journey. The fragrance entices you with a crisply chocolaty aroma, complemented by subtle hints of cashew and cherry. As you take a sip, the flavor unfolds into a rich milk chocolate experience, layered with notes of grapefruit and plum. The aftertaste lingers smoothly, leaving behind a delightful blend of caramel and almond. The acidity is bright and lively, accentuating the coffee's inherent fruitiness. Its natural sweetness is reminiscent of fudge and apple, while the mouthfeel is heavy and velvety, providing a satisfyingly full body.
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What to Know About Colipse's Honduras Copán Coffee?
There are many aspects of Colipse's Honduras Copán coffee that customers should know about to help them decide if it's the right coffee for them. Honduras Copán is a medium-dark roast, single-origin coffee from the Corquin Copán region of Honduras. While there are various ways to brew this coffee, espresso, cold brewing, and French press methods truly unlock its potential. Honduras Copán is specialty coffee, roasted to order, and available in 12oz bags equipped with a degassing vent, barrier film lining, and a gusseted bottom structure to maintain peak freshness.
What coffee bean varieties are in Colipse's Honduras Copán?
The coffee bean varieties in Colipse's Honduras Copán are Caturra, Red and Yellow Catuai, Bourbon, and Lempira.
What certifications does Colipse's Honduras Copán have?
Colipse's Honduras Copán coffee beans, sourced from CAFESCOR coop, adheres to Fairtrade®, Organic, and UTZ certifications, promoting sustainable and equitable practices. They focus on gender equality, bird conservation (certified by the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center), and verification programs. As part of a global network, they advocate for high-quality organic products and a healthy planet.
How is Colipse's Honduras Copán coffee harvested?
Colipse's Honduras Copán coffee beans are hand-picked and undergo a fully washed process. This includes 12-24 hours of fermentation and drying using both patio and mechanical methods.
How is Colipse's Honduras Copán coffee packaged?
Colipse's Honduras Copán Coffee is packaged in bags with a CO2 release valve, made from multi-layer protective film with an expandable base. This packaging ensures freshness by protecting the coffee from light, moisture, and oxygen. Orders are shipped in recyclable mailers and boxes via USPS, UPS, or FedEx, and typically arrive within 3-5 business days after roasting and packing.
What color are Colipse's Honduras Copán coffee beans?
Colipse's Honduras Copán coffee beans are a medium-dark brown color, characteristic of their medium-dark roast.
What brewing methods are most suitable for Colipse's Honduras Copán coffee?
The brewing methods that are most suitable for Colipse's Honduras Copán coffee are French press, espresso, Moka pot, Turkish coffee, and cold brew. Honduras Copán coffee is roasted to a medium-dark level, about three or four minutes before the second crack. This means that brewing with hot and cold immersion or pressurised methods will fully extract the coffee oils and flavors, resulting in a rich, full-bodied cup. The Honduras Copán medium-dark roast helps to balance the acidity and sweetness in espresso coffee makers, coffee plungers, stovetop pots, or cold brew makers, bringing the best of both worlds to your cup. Although there are many different brewing methods for coffee that may be considered objectively suitable for different coffee beans, it is important that people also choose the coffee beans that they enjoy the taste of, and highlight their personal preferences.
What is the net weight of Colipse's Honduras Copán coffee?
The net weight of Colipse's Honduras Copán coffee beans and grounds is 12 oz (340 grams). A 12 oz bag yields approximately 24-26 cups of coffee depending on brewing strength and method.
When is Colipse's Honduras Copán coffee roasted?
Colipse's Honduras Copán coffee beans and grounds are roasted in small batches only after you place your order, guaranteeing peak freshness and flavor in every cup. They are roasted from Monday through Friday (and sometimes Saturdays) using commercial drum roasters for a balanced, nuanced taste. Orders are fulfilled daily and shipped domestically via trusted business carriers.
What is the recommended shelf life for Colipse's Honduras Copán coffee?
Store Colipse's Honduras Copán coffee beans in an airtight container and use within 1 month after opening for peak flavor. Use coffee grounds within 1-2 weeks for optimal taste. After these periods, the coffee remains safe to consume, though freshness and flavor will gradually decline.
What is the shipping fee for Colipse's Honduras Copán coffee?
Colipse offers free shipping on all orders of their single-origin Honduras Copán coffee, available in whole bean or ground form.
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