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Mexico Sierra Mazateca

Roasted by North Star Coffee Roasters

Washed coffee from indigenous Mazatec community producers with blackberry, apple, and almond notes.

Mexico Sierra Mazateca — North Star Coffee Roasters
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BlackberryRed AppleRoasted Almond

From the roaster

A component of our house blend that tastes so good we wanted to showcase it all by itself. This beautiful washed coffee is the combined efforts of producers from the indigenous Mazatec community, which is a Nahualt name that translates to "the deer people".

Expect : Blackberry, Red Apple, Roasted Almond Enjoy with : With or Without Milk Process : Washed

North Star Coffee Roasters

Context

North Star Coffee Roasters brings this washed Mexico Sierra Mazateca to showcase the region's characteristic balance. The washed process typically highlights clarity and origin complexity, which North Star expresses here through blackberry and red apple notes—layered fruit character complemented by roasted almond, adding subtle depth and body. The Sierra Mazateca region of Mexico has a long tradition of quality coffee cultivation, and this lot reflects that heritage through its clean, fruit-forward profile. For those exploring how flavor descriptors map across the sensory spectrum, the flavor wheel offers helpful orientation. This coffee represents an accessible entry point into Mexican coffees, balancing approachability with the regional distinction North Star has brought to light.

Buy — $14 from North Star Coffee Roasters

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Frequently asked questions

What does Mexico Sierra Mazateca taste like?

Expect tasting notes of Blackberry, Red Apple, and Roasted Almond.

How is Mexico Sierra Mazateca processed?

Mexico Sierra Mazateca uses the Washed process.

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