The Echeverría Falla brothers bought La Joya (The Jewel) in an abandoned state in 2003. The farm had been planted with coffee previously and its last major renovation was done in the 1960s. This makes a good portion of the farm’s trees 65 years old or thereabouts. Coffee can be productive for more than 100 years, but it does lose...
The Echeverría Falla brothers bought La Joya (The Jewel) in an abandoned state in 2003. The farm had been planted with coffee previously and its last major renovation was done in the 1960s. This makes a good portion of the farm’s trees 65 years old or thereabouts. Coffee can be productive for more than 100 years, but it does lose...
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The Echeverría Falla brothers bought La Joya (The Jewel) in an abandoned state in 2003. The farm had been planted with coffee previously and its last major renovation was done in the 1960s. This makes a good portion of the farm’s trees 65 years old or thereabouts. Coffee can be productive for more than 100 years, but it does lose its vigour and can suffer in quantity and quality as the trees age. It will need to be replanted at some point soon and the brothers are currently deciding what to do with the land. It is located on the slopes of Volcán de Fuego (volcano of fire) and the terrain is very steep. There is some talk of removing the coffee trees, terracing the plots to help reduce the impact of erosion, and replanting with coffee. However, it may be better in the longer term to leave the more difficult areas to natural reforestation, replanting the lower and more accessible terrain. Either way, the brothers will need to consider what is best for a sustainable, future production.
- Process
- Traditional Washed Process
- Varietal
- Bourbon and Caturra
- Region
- San Miguel Dueñas, Antigua
Grind Guide
Cafetière
A coarse grind also suitable for cold brew. We use the word cafetière, but this can also be referred to as a French press, plunger or press pot.
Aeropress slow
Suitable for making a long, filter style coffee, often brewed for a few minutes. Similar to our paper filter setting.
Filter
This is suitable for our paper filters and ceramic or plastic cones, along with other brands such as V60, Clever dripper and Melitta.
Stovetop
This is an espresso style grind suitable for use in hob top espresso pots such as a Bialetti or Grunwerg. Sometimes referred to as a moka pot.
Aeropress fast
This is also an espresso style grind ideal for brewing a short, concentrated, espresso style coffee in an Aeropress.
Domestic espresso
A fine grind for using in your home espresso machine. Grind requirements will vary depending on brand and model, but this setting aims to work for the majority of home setups.
Whole beans
For use in your home grinder!