This coffee is from Hacienda La Florida in Loja, Ecuador, grown at 1550 meters altitude by producers Fabricio and Ramiro Coronel Pilco. The Typica Mejorado variety is processed using carbonic maceration natural method, resulting in flavor notes of lemongrass, Concord grape, and hibiscus.
Hydrangea Coffee Roasters is a specialty roastery based in Berkeley, California, focused on light, fruit forward coffees produced through modern fermentation and experimental processing techniques. The lineup emphasizes terroir, showcasing how region, climate, and varietal interact with processing to shape flavor. New releases rotate regularly, featuring single origin lots with detailed tasting notes and processing information for each offering. The roastery's approach rewards adventurous palates drawn to the intersection of agricultural science and cup quality.