Caramel and faint florals on the dry aroma; bright orange and red-cherry acidity on entry; honey and brown-sugar sweetness through the middle; a medium, clean, juicy body; and a milk-chocolate finish.
Buying Tips
Region: Zamora Chinchipe lies in southeastern Ecuador on the Peruvian border; coffee grows in valleys on the eastern Andean slopes facing the Amazon, with the Palanda area a main source
Style: The humid Amazonian climate and high altitude give a juicier, brighter cup than Loja to the west
Smallholders: Mostly family farms, with specialty quality rising quickly in recent years
Brewing Notes
Pour-over: Medium-fine grind, 92°C, ratio 1:15
Iced: The citrus and red-fruit sweet-tartness is even more refreshing when chilled