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Honduras La Maravilla

Roasted by 49th Parallel Coffee Roasters

The traditionally washed coffees of La Maravilla feature a bright profile enhanced by tropical fruit, fresh fruit juice, and orange peel.

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Honduras La Maravilla — 49th Parallel Coffee Roasters
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CitrusCrispRoot Beertropical fruitfresh fruit juiceorange peel

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Description

The traditionally washed coffees of La Maravilla are bursting with flavor. The bright profile of Paranaima is enhanced by tropical fruit notes, fresh fruit juice and orange peel.

— 49th Parallel Coffee Roasters

Context

The Honduras La Maravilla, sourced by 49th Parallel Coffee Roasters, offers a compelling look at the potential of the Paranaima varietal. Grown in Honduras, this lot undergoes a washed process, a method typically employed to highlight the inherent acidity and clean profile of the bean. By removing the fruit flesh before drying, producers often achieve a heightened clarity that allows specific regional characteristics to shine through.

In the cup, this coffee presents a vibrant interplay of citrus and tropical fruit notes, balanced by a distinct crispness and a unique root beer undertone. When evaluating such complex profiles, enthusiasts often consult a flavor wheel to better categorize the nuances of orange peel and fresh fruit juice. Because washed coffees generally emphasize the structural integrity of the bean, this selection serves as an excellent example of how careful processing can refine the bright, expressive qualities found in high-quality Honduran harvests.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Honduras La Maravilla grown?

Honduras La Maravilla, roasted by 49th Parallel Coffee Roasters, is sourced from Marcala, Honduras.

What does Honduras La Maravilla taste like?

Expect tasting notes of Citrus, Crisp, Root Beer, tropical fruit, fresh fruit juice, and orange peel.

How is Honduras La Maravilla processed?

Honduras La Maravilla uses the Washed process.

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