CHRISTMAS SELECTION ESPRESSO

Espresso roast

15% C. Canephora // washed
30% C. Arabica // natural
55% C. Liberica // honey  

Cup Profile: Honey sweetness, sesame, cinnamon, smoked licorice, full body
Ideal for: Cappuccino, Espresso, Moka pot, Portafilter, Fully automatic machine
Origin Preparation
PACKAGING SIZE
PACKAGING SIZE
375
GRIND SIZE
GRIND SIZE
Whole Bean
25.00 €
25.00 €
66.67 € kg
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A major challenge is the high sugar content of the coffee cherries. After harvesting, they must be processed and dried as quickly as possible to prevent any unwanted fermentation. The unique chemical composition is the basis for the – from a traditional coffee perspective – extravagant aroma profile, including honey sweetness, sesame, and smoked licorice. Upon opening the package, the aroma of rum pot wafts up, instantly bringing to mind Christmas. The body in the cup is impressive. The caffeine content is slightly lower than that of comparable Arabica beans (approximately <1.0%). The beans from this harvest, with screens of 14-16, are smaller than those typically found in Arabica, but exhibit a higher density. Roasters now need to broaden their horizons and develop roasting profiles adapted to this new variety.

Christmas is widely considered a family celebration. This year, a third species has joined our familiar Coffea species, Coffea arabica and Coffea canephora (Robusta): Coffea liberica. Strictly speaking, there are even two: Coffea liberica liberica and Coffea liberica dewevrei.

Dose / double espresso basket

19 - 19.5g

Amount in the cup

35g

Extraction time

18 Seconds

Water temperature

93°C

Origin

Geographical location

Coffea liberica: Vietnam, Quang Tri, 600m
Coffea canephora: Vietnam, Bao Loc, 1000m
Coffea arabica: Brazil, Mococa, 950m

Processing

Coffea liberica: honey
Coffea canephora: washed
Coffea arabica: natural

Variety

Coffea liberica: Farm Selection/Excelsa
Coffea canephora: Robusta No. 138
Coffea arabica: Obatá

Harvesting time

Coffea liberica: Vietnam, April-May
Coffea canephora: Vietnam, November-March
Coffea arabica: Brazil, April-August

A heritage that remains palpable

Coffee is a living product. Every harvest brings new nuances, every growing region its own unique character. In our roastery, we combine experience, curiosity, and craftsmanship to bring out the best in every bean. This results in roasts with a clear structure, balanced sweetness, and depth of flavor. We understand origin as the foundation for quality – and as an invitation to continually rediscover coffee. Every cup is an expression of this philosophy: precise, distinctive, and authentically 220GRAD.

"This year, we took on the challenge of uniting three Coffea species in our Christmas espresso selection: Coffea arabica, Coffea canephora, and Coffea liberica. For our Christmas selection, each Coffea species used was individually roasted with its own appropriate roasting profile and then blended together. This ensures that the different chemical compositions, sizes, and densities of the beans are taken into account, guaranteeing the full aromatic potential and balance in the cup. The selection thus embodies both romantic undertones and a vibrant character."

220GRAD Founder

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