Bird Rock Coffee Roasters
Guatemala El Socorro Maracaturra
| Roaster Location: | La Jolla, California |
| Coffee Origin: | Palencia, Fraijanes Plateau growing region, central Guatemala |
| Roast Level: | Medium-Light |
| Agtron: | 61/80 |
| Est. Price: | $23.99/12 ounces |
| Review Date: | October 2015 |
| Aroma: | 9 |
| Acidity: | 8 |
| Body: | 8 |
| Flavor: | 9 |
| Aftertaste: | 8 |
Blind Assessment
Lightly rich and zesty. Orange zest, almond butter, sweet, honeysuckle-like flowers, a hint of rosemary in aroma and cup. Delicately brisk acidity; light, satiny mouthfeel. Orange and almond carry into a sweet, savory-edged finish.
Notes
Maracaturra is a relatively recently developed cross between the huge-beaned Maragogipe and the compact-growing Caturra varieties of Arabica. Based in the San Diego area, Bird Rock Coffee Roasters is a retailer and wholesaler focused on organic and socially responsible coffees; it was awarded the “2012 Micro Roaster of the Year” title from Roast Magazine. Visit www.birdrockcoffee.com or call 858-551-1707 for more information.
Who Should Drink It
Those who value a delicate but zesty cup, light-footed and lively.
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This review originally appeared in the October, 2015 tasting report: Traditional Coffees of Central America: Quest for the Classic
