Dear Francis
Guatemala Catisic Honey

Roaster Location: Flag of United States Portland, Oregon

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Roast Level: Light Medium
Bean Source Country: Guatemala
Varietal: Catisic
Process: Honey

1900 MASL

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Traits: dark cherry orange blossom cacao nibs

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    Theo Chan, Managing Editor

    1358 roasts rated, avg score of 4.29

    4.50 - Average

    5.00 - Aroma

    4.50 - Finish

    4.50 - Flavor

    4.00 - Acidity

    4.50 - Balance

    Cheated a little bit on the Advent as it's November 30th...

    As someone who typically avoids blends (Dear Francis is known for its blend and subscription service), this roaster has been somewhat off my radar. I was happy to see it featured on the first day of the PDX Coffee Club Advent calendar with a unique roast.

    I really enjoyed this coffee; it's an easy drinker with notes of black cherry and sweet orange. Three-quarters of the way through, I noticed a hint of grapefruit zest, followed by a smooth finish. There's a lot of natural sweetness and a very pleasant mouthfeel. I also think there's a touch of jasmine florality.

    I hadn't tried the Catisic varietal before, so I looked it up on World Coffee Research. Catisic is a coffee variety developed by the Salvadoran Institute for Coffee Research (ISIC) through a cross between the Timor Hybrid 832/1 and Caturra. This breeding aimed to combine high yield potential with disease resistance, specifically against coffee leaf rust. In terms of flavor notes, Catisic typically has bright citrus or floral acidity, a smooth medium-to-full body, and prominent sweetness, often featuring caramel, chocolate, and fruits like red apple or berries. Depending on the processing method, these beans can highlight either clarity and crispness in washed versions or richer, fruit-forward characteristics in natural or honey-processed versions, resulting in a balanced and well-rounded cup that reflects the unique terroir of Guatemala.

    Cupping Method:198F, 18:1, Hario v60

    Traits: cherry jasmine grapefruit zest sweet orange
    3 hours ago ยท See more from Theo

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Roast Level: Light Medium
A Light Medium Roast coffee, sometimes referred to as a "City Roast" or "American Roast," lies between a light and medium roast. This roast level strikes a balance by preserving the coffee bean's unique characteristics while allowing for a moderate development of body and flavor. The beans have a medium brown color, exhibiting a slight sheen of oils, providing a more balanced and nuanced flavor profile. A Light Medium Roast typically highlights the coffee's inherent fruity, floral, or citrus notes, while also providing some of the deeper, richer flavors associated with medium roasts.
Bean Source Country: Guatemala
Guatemala is one of the main coffee-producing countries in Central America. Its volcanic soil and altitude make it ideal for producing quality arabica.
Coffee in Guatemala is grown in the high-altitude regions of the country. The country is known for producing high-quality Arabica beans, known for their well-balanced, rich, and complex flavors with notes of chocolate, fruit, and nuts with great acidity. The volcanic soil and favorable climate conditions contribute to the unique taste profile of Guatemalan coffee. The coffee industry is a significant part of the country's economy, with small-scale farmers and cooperatives being the primary producers. Guatemala represents around 2% of the world's coffee production, but due to its reputation for high quality, has an outsized impact in specialty roasts.

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