Nicaragua Luis Alberto Balladarez Natural

FARM/CO-OP: Luis Alberto Balladarez, Finca Lo Prometido REGION: Nueva Segovia ORIGIN: Nicaragua VARIETY: Paraiso PROCESSING METHOD: Natural ELEVATION: 1,550m-1,800masl

TASTE: Blood Orange | Maraschino | Mulled Wine

ROAST: Medium Light

The naturally processed Nicaragua from Finca Lo Prometido is grown at about 1,600 meters in the mountains of Nueva Segovia and produced by Luis Alberto Balladarez. This Paraiso variety microlot is dried in whole cherry at Luis Alberto’s mill in Ocotal, where careful processing brings out a rich sweetness, fruity aromatics, and a smooth, round body. Developed by crossing Catuai and Timor, the Paraiso variety shows excellent character in natural processing, offering depth and balance in the cup. With consistent attention to detail from farm to mill, this coffee highlights both the quality of the Paraiso variety and the unique growing conditions of Finca Lo Prometido.

Produced by Luis Alberto Balladarez in the Nueva Segovia region of Nicaragua, this lot showcases the unique potential of the Paraiso varietal. Grown at an elevation of 1550-1800 masl, the coffee undergoes a natural process, a technique where the fruit remains intact during drying to influence the final cup profile. Generally, natural-processed coffees are known for their heavier body and pronounced fruit-forward characteristics, often resulting in complex, wine-like acidity.

Roasted by Ozo Coffee, this specific selection highlights vibrant notes of blood orange, maraschino cherry, and mulled wine. These distinct flavors invite drinkers to explore the nuances of the bean, which can be further categorized using a flavor wheel to better understand the interplay between the processing method and the inherent qualities of the Paraiso varietal. This offering serves as a compelling example of how meticulous cultivation and careful post-harvest handling shape the sensory experience of Nicaraguan specialty coffee.