Colombia Huila - Finca Monteblanco

Huila Espresso Coffee | Chocolate & Caramel 

The classic Colombian cup. A washed Finca Monteblanco lot roasted for espresso, delivering a thick creamy body with comforting notes of milk chocolate and toasted almonds.

The Origin Story: Huila Espresso Coffee

Sourced from the heart of Colombia's finest coffee region, this lot from Finca Monteblanco in Huila is a testament to traditional excellence. This high-grade coffee is meticulously cultivated and processed using the classic Washed process. This method ensures a clean, vibrant cup with balanced acidity and the rich foundation of Chocolate & Caramel notes that are expected from premium Colombian beans, making it the perfect choice for Huila Espresso Coffee.

Bean Identity: Huila Espresso Coffee Data

Roast Philosophy: Huila Espresso Coffee Profile

Roasted to a stable Medium Roast profile, this coffee is specifically designed for high-pressure extraction. Our philosophy is to fully develop the natural sugars and robust structure of the bean, ensuring a thick, Creamy body and maximizing the sweet, classic Chocolate & Caramel notes, making it an outstanding Coffee for milk.

Sensory Profile Deep Dive: Huila Espresso Coffee Flavor

This is a quintessential espresso profile: balanced, comforting, and consistently sweet.

• Aroma: A comforting, deep aroma of sweet Caramel and rich Milk Chocolate upon grinding.
• Body: A heavy, Creamy body that is exceptionally smooth and velvety, delivering a traditional and satisfying mouthfeel.
• Acidity: Low, clean, and gentle acidity, with a subtle hint of green Apple that brightens the sweetness.
• Notes: Dominant notes of rich Chocolate & Caramel notes, Toasted Almonds, and a persistent Classic notes sweetness.
• Finish: A long, clean, and deeply satisfying finish that leaves a sustained impression of chocolate and sweet nuttiness.

Degassing Advice (Expert Tip) for Huila Espresso Coffee

To achieve the best Creamy body and stable extraction flow, we recommend allowing these Washed process beans a moderate rest period. We advise waiting 7 to 10 days post-roast date for optimal flavor and performance.

Brewing Guide for Huila Espresso Coffee

This coffee is designed to excel as a bold, classic shot or as a base for milk drinks. Our starting recipe for a balanced double shot (1:2 ratio):

• Dose: 18.5 grams in
• Yield: 37 grams out
• Time: 28-32 seconds
• Temperature: 92°C

For consistent results, achieve the ideal particle size using a precise grinder from our Home Espresso Grinders collection.

This Finca Monteblanco lot is the perfect expression of Huila Espresso Coffee. Rich, comforting, and boasting a luxurious Creamy body, it is the reliable choice for those seeking Classic notes in their cup. Explore more exotic origins in our Specialty Coffee Beans collection.