SAN SEBASTIAN SEMI WASHED

Guatemala

Country：Guatemala

Farm：San Sebastian

Section：Concepción Durazno

Cultivar：Bourbon

Process：Semi Washed

Region：Antigua

Owner：José Miguel Falla

Elevation：2,000m

Size：Screen 16-18

COFFEE HUNTERS STORY

In 2016, Bourbon coffee were harvested in a field at 1,700 m of altitude and those coffee cherries were carefully selected to go through a trial semi-washed process. The result was this wonderful silky coffee, which it tasted as if it contained milk. In 2017, the new "Milky Bourbon" was launched at one of Mi Cafeto brand line 'RESERVA' and amazed many coffee fans. Based on this processing technique obtained, a long-awaited attempt on the semi-washed process was made with the Bourbon Coffee harvested at the Concepcion Durazno, a prime class field in 2018. Through this process, coffee cherries are de-pulped, then dried with the mucilage (sweet mucilage) still on. It is a very deliciated operation. It gradually dries with sunlight and wind, however the tricky part during this process is that it can get moldy with just one false step. This was possible due to the advanced drying techniques that San Sebastian Farm possesses.

Vintage characteristics

【Flavor Profile】The rich flavor resembles hot milk. The soft acidity and rich sweetness with a smooth mouthfeel pleasantly linger on the palate as an elegant aftertaste.

2021

The crisp citrus acidity and aroma of ricotta cheese develops these complex flavors reminiscent of milk chocolate and cakes, together with the rich sweetness of brown sugar.

2020

The aroma of a high-quality caramel typifies the uniqueness of coffee from San Sebastian Estate. The flavor of lactic acid fermentation wraps the palate like an elegant veil. This coffee provides a different taste than the washed coffee from the San Sebastian Estate.

2019

The dominant, rich, milk-like aroma and flavor resembles yogurt and fresh cream. The firm but moderate sweetness blends with a soft acidity leaving an elegant, melting aftertaste.

2018

This coffee has a richness as warm milk. Its texture is like condensed milk. Its endless sweetness is the ideal perfection. A supreme work of art by the true skill of an artisan, made with a unique drying technique, using fruits raised in an environment as there were no other.