This washed coffee is from Hacienda La Papaya, located in Loja, Ecuador's Saraguro region, at 2000 meters elevation. Produced by Juan Peña, it features the Typica Mejorado variety, a disease-resistant and nutrient-efficient first generation cultivar developed through the farm's research-driven approach. The coffee presents mandarin, Chasselas grape, and eucalyptus flavor notes.
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.
