Tehuacan de la Sierra, Mexico

PROFILE: Sweet and Smooth WITH NOTES OF Pecan Pie, Mandarin, Cookie Dough ROAST: Medium Roast For Espresso Brewing

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ABOUT

Tehuacán, from which the name Tehuacán de la Sierra is derived, comes from the Nahua word meaning “place of the gods.” Located in the state of Puebla, it is one of the 121 municipalities that make up this stunning region. Historically, Tehuacán was a strategic point during the Spanish conquest, as a place where soldiers gathered, rested, and planned their next steps toward Tenochtitlan, the capital of the Aztec Empire.

Tehuacán is also a valley rich in ecosystems and history. The oldest fossils of corn were discovered here, being one of the crops that enabled settlement and the flourishing of Mesoamerican cultures. The coffee farmers who contribute to this blend live between the Sierra Negra in northern Puebla and the Sierra Mazateca in Oaxaca. In this region, growers typically manage farms of one to four hectares, cultivating coffee under shade at elevations between 1,000 and 1,300 MASL. They follow traditional farming practices and customs, nurturing a cultivation culture that respects and preserves the environment. The 70 producers behind this lot belong to Mazateca and Totonaca indigenous communities.

From an Australian perspective, Mexico has become one of the most exciting coffee-producing regions in recent years. Access to, and information about, its diverse growing areas has steadily increased. Through our long-term partners at Caravela, we’ve secured two outstanding lots this year, each a heady mix of flavour, farm, and fermentation. This particular lot is a perfect addition to our summer espresso menu, offering clarity, sweetness, and a mellow acidity.

SOURCING

ORIGIN: Tehuacan, Puebla, Mexico PRODUCER: 70 contributing producers VARIETIES: Typica, Caturra, Marsellesa, Catimor PROCESS: Fully Washed ALTITUDE: 1100 -1680 masl PARTNERS: Caravela QUALITY SCORE: 86.25 HISTORY: First year of purchasing LOT SIZE: 207kgs HARVEST: Feb - April

Sourced from the Tehuacan region of Puebla, Mexico, this lot represents the collective efforts of 70 contributing producers. The coffee is processed using the fully washed method, a technique often employed to highlight the inherent clarity and acidity of the bean. Grown at elevations ranging from 1100 to 1680 meters above sea level, the profile curated by Seven Seeds balances rich, dessert-like sweetness with bright citrus undertones.

When evaluating coffees with these characteristics, drinkers often find that the flavor wheel helps identify the nuanced interplay between nutty, baked-good qualities and vibrant fruit notes. While washed coffees are frequently celebrated for their clean finish and consistent cup profile, the specific terroir of Puebla provides a distinct foundation for these flavors. This offering serves as a compelling example of how regional collaboration and careful processing can produce a balanced, approachable cup that bridges the gap between comfort and complexity.