LAST SPLASH
WASHED LOTS:
Last Splash always features washed processed coffees. These are lots in which the fruit and sticky mucilage layers of the coffee cherry are removed after being picked fresh. It is a multi-stage process involving floating cherries in water and then using a de-pulper, which might happen directly at the farm or at larger washing stations. Following a final washing stage, the cherry seeds are dried on patios or raised beds.
While experimental processes are increasingly ubiquitous in specialty coffee circles, I want to always have a washed process on our menu. It is partially because on most mornings, I crave their brilliant clarity and vibrancy. But also because they can offer a level of complexity and delicate body that will always having you reaching for the cup's last splash.
You might wonder, why do I love washed lots? Well to draw upon The Breeder’s lyrics, it is pretty simple: “we have come for light, wholly, we have come for light, it's true”.
ORIGIN:
Our third offering from producer group El Morito this harvest comes from Lenin Flores, who operates as the their quality assurance lead. The position makes sense given this dedication to helping fellow farmers with growing techniques and access to his robust seedstock, which includes unique varieties like Wush Wush and Pink Bourbon. For him it is all part of the El Morito mission: invest in quality, share what works, and grow together.
FLAVOUR:This year’s harvest in Peru has been incredible with really fruit forward and deeply sweet cups. Lenin’s cup opens on really tropical flavours of pineapple and a vivid hit of tangerine before veering towards the gooey nuts of a pecan pie or maple butter tart. There is a rich and nutty backdrop with loads of berry flavours out front.
Light-Medium.
Pineapple, Orange Blossom & Butter Tart.REGION:
San Ignacio, Cajamarca.
FARM:
VARIETY:
Yellow Caturra.ELEVATION:
2000m.
PROCESS:
Fully Washed.
IMPORTER:
Maya at Crop to Cup.
FOB PRICING:
$15.81 USD per Kilogram.
(This is the price before transport costs including shipping, brokerage, etc.)
YEARS PARTNERED:
This is our first harvest from Lenin Flores.