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Archive: Honduras Juan Benitez

Roasted by Verve Coffee Roasters

Produced by Juan Benitez, this washed Pacas develops a profile defined by sweetness, density, and evolving complexity.

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From the roaster

Produced by Juan Benitez in Santa Bárbara, this washed Pacas develops a profile defined by sweetness, density, and evolving complexity. Careful fermentation and drying preserve fruit expression while building a dense texture uncommon in many washed coffees.

— Verve Coffee Roasters

Context

This selection from Verve Coffee Roasters highlights a specific lot produced by Juan Benitez in the Santa Bárbara region of Honduras. Known for its rugged, mountainous terrain, this origin has become a focal point for high-quality production in Central America. The coffee features the Pacas varietal, a natural mutation of Bourbon that is widely recognized for its compact growth and potential for balanced, complex cup profiles.

The beans have undergone a washed process, a method typically employed to emphasize the inherent clarity and acidity of the coffee cherry. By removing the fruit pulp before drying, producers can often achieve a cleaner expression of the bean’s terroir. To better understand the nuances found in this particular harvest, we encourage you to reference the flavor wheel as you explore the distinct characteristics of this Honduran offering.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Archive: Honduras Juan Benitez grown?

Archive: Honduras Juan Benitez, roasted by Verve Coffee Roasters, is sourced from Marcala, Honduras.

How is Archive: Honduras Juan Benitez processed?

Archive: Honduras Juan Benitez uses the Washed process.

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