CUP PROFILE
The boldness of Caracolillo Cuban coffee is distinguished by a rare combination of very intense aromas and a smooth texture as well as the unmistakable presence of dark chocolate notes.
ABOUT OUR TAG* ROAST
With over four decades of expertise in green bean selection, roasting, and cupping, our TAG Roast (Torrefazione Artigianale Granito) is crafted to bring out the fullest potential of each single-origin coffee. Through a meticulous roasting process, we achieve the complete caramelization of the sugars in the beans, unlocking their rich, complex flavors. This artful transformation relies on the perfect balance of expertise, passion, intuition, and the keen insight of our Master Roaster.
CUBAN COFFEE CULTURE
The beautiful island of Cuba is part of a chain of underwater volcanic eruptions. This country boasts the largest number of endemic plants in the world, reaching up to 3,000 species. Many of its coffee plantations are found in forest and mountainous regions on very rich humus soil where production is laborious and the transport of coffee beans complex.
ABOUT THIS COFFEE
Caracolillo coffee beans proliferate in the heart of Cuba in a soil rich in mica and quartz on the plateaus of the Escambray mountain range commonly known as the Crystal Mountains. The peculiar characteristics of this soil, the moderate climate and frequent rains form an ideal microclimate for growing coffee. However, these small, round beans reminiscent of peas represent only less than 2% of the region's total production.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Harvest period: September to January
Altitude: 750 meters above sea level
Species: Arabica
Cultivar: Typica
Screen size: 13+ Peaberry
Process: Washed with fermentation
Certifications: Aliments du Québec, Kosher Foods
