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Colombia Excelso
Astoria Coffee CompanyIncluded ($25/month)
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Colombia
chocolatecherrycitrus
In Colombia, the vast majority of coffee is cultivated, harvested and processed on small family owned farms. Colombian coffee is known for its medium-bodied, citrusy flavor and clean, sweet aftertaste. It has notes of chocolate and subtle cherry.
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What medium acidity means
Colombia Excelso is a medium-acidity coffee from Colombia. Acidity here is a gentle brightness, not sourness. The citrus note is part of that brightness.
- A paper filter, like drip or Chemex, keeps that brightness clear.
- A French press rounds it off if you want less snap.
- French pressSteeped, then pressed through a metal screen. The oils stay in the cup, so this coffee drinks heavier and rounder.
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How to French press Colombia Excelso. It is a medium-acidity coffee from Colombia.
You’ll need
- French press
- Coarse grind
- Kettle
- Scale
- Heat water to about 200°F.
- Use 1g of coffee for every 15g of water. A good start is 30g coffee and 450g water.
- Pour, stir, and steep for 4 minutes.
- Press slowly and pour. Don’t let the coffee sit on the grounds.
- DripA paper filter and a steady pour. This coffee is meant to taste smooth and even, without the weight of a press.
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Flavor profile
Colombia Excelso breaks down as fruity, citrus and chocolate.
Fruity×1
cherry
Ripe fruit. Berries and stone fruit taste juicy and sweet, not sharp.
Citrus×1
citrus
A bright, zesty edge. Lemon, orange, or grapefruit show up as sparkle, not sour coffee.
Chocolate×1
chocolate
Cocoa sweetness. It tastes round and familiar, especially as the cup cools.
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