Bean & Bean Honduras Mountain Water Decaf
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Bean & Bean Honduras Mountain Water Decaf: profile and cup character
The defining character of Bean & Bean Honduras Mountain Water Decaf is orange, milk chocolate and brown sugar, supported by the sourcing and processing details published for this lot or blend. Decaffeination happens while the coffee is green, before roast development creates the final aroma, body and solubility.
This seasonal single-origin decaf currently features coffee from Manos de Mujer and COMSA. The Mountain Water method pre-soaks green coffee, then uses a coffee-solubles solution to draw out caffeine while retaining flavor compounds. Brew water, grind, dose and temperature shape extraction, body and finish.
Verified coffee profile
| Roaster / producer | Manos de Mujer, COMSA |
|---|---|
| Origin | Marcala, Honduras |
| Roast | Medium |
| Process | Mountain Water Process decaffeination |
| Cultivar | Not specified |
| Elevation | Not specified |
| Cup profile | Orange, milk chocolate and brown sugar |
| Available formats | 10.9-ounce and 5-pound whole-bean or ground options |
Producer, origin and processing context
This seasonal single-origin decaf currently features coffee from Manos de Mujer and COMSA. The Mountain Water method pre-soaks green coffee, then uses a coffee-solubles solution to draw out caffeine while retaining flavor compounds. Unpublished details remain unassigned.
Brewing and extraction guidance
For filter brewing, begin near a 1:16 brew ratio—about 30 grams of coffee to 480 grams of water. Use a medium grind and water just off the boil, then evaluate sweetness, acidity, body and finish after the cup cools. If the brew tastes thin, sharp or underdeveloped, grind finer or extend contact time. If it becomes bitter, drying or muddled, grind coarser or shorten the drawdown. Change one variable at a time.
Filter coffee
Rinse paper filters, preheat the brewer and pour evenly. A steady drawdown is more informative than chasing an exact time across every brewer. Whole-bean customers can use a consistent Turin grinder to control particle size and repeat a successful recipe.
Immersion and iced coffee
For French press, start near 1:15 with a coarse grind and about four minutes of contact. For iced coffee, brew a stronger hot recipe directly over measured ice so the final beverage keeps enough body after dilution.
Espresso and milk drinks
Begin with an 18-gram dose and a 36–42 gram beverage yield. If the shot runs fast and tastes sour, grind finer; if it runs slowly and finishes harsh or dry, grind coarser. A Turin espresso machine provides a practical platform for testing yield and temperature while dialing in.
Freshness, formats and selection
10.9-ounce and 5-pound whole-bean or ground options. Choose whole bean when you want maximum grind control, or select a ground option only when it matches the brewer. Grind size is part of the recipe: coarse coffee suits long immersion, medium particles suit most filter methods, and espresso requires finer, carefully dialed grounds. Pods and samplers, when offered, are convenience formats rather than different coffees.
Keep the package sealed, cool and dry. Degassing begins after roasting, and aroma fades faster after grinding. For flavored coffee, clean accessible grinder surfaces before switching to an unflavored lot.
Frequently asked questions
What does this coffee taste like?
Orange, milk chocolate and brown sugar. Brew water, grind, dose and temperature will change how strongly each attribute appears.
What origin information is confirmed?
The documented origin is Marcala, Honduras.
How was it processed?
The documented process is Mountain Water Process decaffeination. Processing affects sweetness, clarity, fruit character and how the coffee responds to roast development.
Are the tasting notes added ingredients?
No. Unless the product is explicitly described as flavored, notes such as fruit, chocolate or spice are sensory comparisons created by origin, process, roast and extraction.
Which brewing method should I try first?
Start with filter brewing and use the recipe above as a controlled baseline. Record dose, water, time and beverage yield before changing the grind.
How should I choose a format?
10.9-ounce and 5-pound whole-bean or ground options. Select whole bean for maximum control, or choose the grind and package size that match your brewer and expected use.
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