Marcala

Honduras · Marcala, La PazArabicaWashed

Marcala is an unroasted green coffee from Honduras. A washed Arabica profile from Marcala, Honduras. Balanced acidity and rounded sweetness provide a flexible foundation for everyday service and blending.

Country: Honduras
Region: Marcala, La Paz
Species: Arabica
Processing Method: Washed
Varyete: Bourbon, Typica
Altitude: 1200–1700 m
Main Harvest: November–April

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Sensory Profile

Expected Profile

Aroma: Caramel, Citrus, Almond
Acidity: 3/5 · Medium
Body: 3/5 · Medium
Sweetness: 4/5 · High
Finish: Soft, caramel-like and balanced.

Applications

Recommended for caramel-almond sweetness in espresso and blends, and a soft, balanced cup in everyday filter service.

Espresso: 5/5
Filter / Pour Over: 4/5
Blend: 4/5

Roasting Recommendation

Use a medium roast to balance sweetness, body and solubility. Keep the Maillard phase steady, then finish with a slower temperature rise after first crack.

Roast Curve (RoR)Suggested Profile

Charge: 0:00, 194 °C
Turning Point: 1:35, 83 °C
Drying End: 5:00, 148 °C
First Crack: 9:45, 196 °C
Finish: 11:35, 209 °C
Development: 1:50, 15.8%

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