Gabriel Aureliano Encino Colorado Washed

A silky offering from the indigenous Mixteca region of Oaxaca. It features aromas of yellow apple, graham cracker, cocoa, and delicate primrose. The note of yellow apple persists in the cup, joined by flavors of hazelnut creme and grapefruit zest. In the finish, we found notes of apricot and rich walnut brownie.

This coffee was an October 2026 Roaster's Choice selection.

Details

Producer: Gabriel Aureliano Farm: Encino Colorado Region: Oaxaca Altitude: 1,650 masl Varietal: Typica Process: Washed Roast: Light Notes: Yellow Apple, Walnut Brownie, Graham Cracker

The Story 

Sourced by our friends at Azahar.

“Gabriel Aureliano is a coffee producer from the state of Oaxaca, in the municipality of Santa Maria Yucuhiti, within the township of San Isidro Paz y Progreso. Gabriel’s farm, named Encino Colorado, spans two hectares, one of which is cultivated with coffee while the other is left untouched to allow endemic species to flourish. Perched high on the rainy side of the Sierra Norte, the tallest mountain range in Oaxaca, the farm offers expansive views over the Oaxacan highlands.

“This lot consists entirely of the Typica variety. It is processed using the washed method, with a traditional fermentation lasting between 24 and 48 hours, followed by drying over the course of five days. The coffee comes from a specific plot within the farm named El Encino, located at 1,650 meters. The care taken at each stage production, from cultivation to fermentation and drying, results in a bright and complex profile that speaks to the biodiversity of the Mixteca and knowledge passed down through generations.”

This single-origin offering from producer Gabriel Aureliano showcases the distinct character of the Oaxaca region in Mexico. Grown at 1650 masl, this lot features the Typica varietal, a classic cultivar often celebrated for its balanced profile and clean cup quality. As a washed coffee, the processing method emphasizes the inherent clarity of the bean, allowing the specific terroir of the Encino Colorado farm to shine through.

Roasted by PT's Coffee Roasting, the cup presents a comforting array of flavors, including yellow apple, walnut brownie, and graham cracker. While washed coffees are frequently noted for their bright acidity and refined structure, the specific nuances of this harvest offer a grounded, dessert-like sweetness. To better understand how these descriptors fit into the broader spectrum of coffee evaluation, you can reference the flavor wheel to explore the relationship between these specific notes and their underlying chemical compounds.