Fratello Coffee Roasters
Nicaragua Finca El Limoncillo Red Pacamara
| Roaster Location: | Calgary, Alberta, Canada |
| Coffee Origin: | Matagalpa, Nicaragua |
| Roast Level: | Medium-Light |
| Agtron: | 57/71 |
| Est. Price: | CAD $15.90/12 ounces |
| Review Date: | August 2011 |
| Aroma: | 9 |
| Acidity: | 8 |
| Body: | 8 |
| Flavor: | 8 |
| Aftertaste: | 7 |
Blind Assessment
Deep-toned, savory sweet. Nougat-like almond, port wine, leather, cedar in aroma and cup. Tartly rich acidity, smooth mouthfeel, balanced though simple finish.
Notes
From trees of the much-admired Pacamara variety, a cross between the giant-beaned Maragogipe variety and Pacas, a dwarf selection of the heirloom Bourbon variety. This coffee is Rainforest Alliance certified, meaning it was produced following sustainable ecological and socio-economic criteria developed by the Sustainable Agricultural Network, a coalition of independent, environment-focused non-governmental organizations. Calgary-based Fratello is a second-generation boutique coffee roaster owned by three brothers who focus on responsible trade relationships with coffee growers. Visit
Who Should Drink It
A bit of a cigars-and-brandy style cup, deep, sweet but savory.
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This review originally appeared in the August, 2011 tasting report: Nicaragua: Continuity and Innovation
