Lenin Flores, Peru Washed Yellow Caturra

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This offering from Subtext Coffee Roasters highlights a specific lot produced by Lenin Flores in Peru. The coffee features the Yellow Caturra varietal, a mutation of the Bourbon plant known for its compact size and high productivity. While Yellow Caturra is often celebrated for its balanced profile, the final cup character is heavily influenced by the producer's choice of processing methods.

In this instance, the coffee has undergone a washed process, a technique typically employed to emphasize clarity and acidity by removing the fruit flesh before drying. When evaluating the nuances of such a clean, washed profile, tasters often find it helpful to reference a flavor wheel to identify specific descriptors. By focusing on the intersection of Flores’s cultivation practices and the meticulous post-harvest handling, this selection provides a clear look at the potential of Peruvian coffee production.