Mozonte Yellow Catuai Anaerobic Natural
Mozonte Yellow Catuai Anaerobic Natural
A modern experimental Nicaraguan lot with passion fruit, orange blossom, and a light rum-like aromatic lift.
Tropical FruitFloralBoozy
Flavor Description
Mozonte has recently become a source of more experimental micro-lots produced through collaboration between growers and small mills. This Yellow Catuai anaerobic natural opens with passion fruit, grape soda, and orange blossom in the aroma, then shows ripe pineapple, apricot, and a touch of rum-syrup character in the cup. Despite the modern process, it stays relatively clean.
Style Positioning
Lots like this show that Nicaragua is no longer limited to a chocolate-and-nut identity. With tighter fermentation control, the country can also produce highly aromatic modern profiles suited for competition and limited releases.
Brewing Notes
- Pour-over: Medium-fine grind, water temperature 89–90°C, ratio 1:16
- Tip: Use a slightly lower temperature to keep the boozy note in check and let the florals and tropical acidity stay clearer