{"title":"Nicaragua Coffee Beans","description":"\u003cp\u003eNicaragua is Central America's largest country by area, and most of its specialty coffee comes from the northern highlands. Jinotega and Matagalpa are the two departments that matter for quality: both sit between 1,000 and 1,600 metres, with volcanic soil, steady rainfall and native tree canopy shading the plants, which adds up to good structure and a clean cup. Most farms are smallholdings, delivering cherry to centralised wet mills, though some larger estates process their own coffee too.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe cup tends toward approachable and balanced rather than intense: chocolate, caramel, stone fruit, mild citrus acidity, a medium body that works across filter and espresso alike. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozonecoffee.surf\/collections\/coffee-varietal-bourbon\"\u003eBourbon\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozonecoffee.surf\/collections\/coffee-varietal-caturra\"\u003eCaturra\u003c\/a\u003e and Catuai are the varietals you'll see most, though some farms in Jinotega have experimented with rarer genetics, including Maragogipe and Longberry types. Washed processing gives the cleanest, most structured version of the terroir. Natural and honey lots are turning up more often now, from farms set up to manage the longer drying time. When we have Nicaraguan lots in stock, you'll find them below.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozonecoffee.surf\/collections\/coffee-origin-latin-america\"\u003eLatin American coffees\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozonecoffee.surf\/collections\/coffee-varietal-bourbon\"\u003eBourbon\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozonecoffee.surf\/collections\/coffee-varietal-caturra\"\u003eCaturra\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozonecoffee.surf\/collections\/coffee\"\u003eAll single origins\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"nicaragua-limoncillo-ethiosar-washed","title":"Nicaragua: Limoncillo, Ethiosar, Washed","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNicaragua: Finca Limoncillo, Ethiosar, Washed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA delicate \u003cstrong\u003eyellow plum\u003c\/strong\u003e acidity keeps this super \u003cstrong\u003efudgy\u003c\/strong\u003e coffee lively and unctuous with a handful of creamy \u003cstrong\u003epecans\u003c\/strong\u003e on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe coffee we have here hails from the Matagalpa region of Nicaragua, grown and processed for us by our good friends the Mierisch family. This is one of our longest continuing producer relationships as we’ve been buying coffee from their farm Finca Limoncillo since 2007, and we foresee that continuing for many years yet. The first single origin coffee we’re releasing from this year’s harvest is a Washed Ethiosar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOn The Farm\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the Mierisch Nicaraguan coffee farms are sprinkled across the Jinotega and Matagalpa regions in the north west of the country. They’re dotted up either side of the mountain range on the border of the 2 departments. When Roland travels to visit the farms, generally he’ll see Limoncillo on the same day as La Huella and Mama Mina as they’re close to each other. You start at Mama Mina first, then through La Huella, before heading on to Limoncillo, the biggest, to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinca Limoncillo is a premium coffee farm and jewel of the Mierisch family nestled at 1,200 metres above sea level in the lush mountains of Matagalpa, Nicaragua. Spanning 171 hectares (109 of which are dedicated to coffee cultivation) the farm is known not only for its breathtaking landscape, with nine waterfalls crossing its terrain, but also for its role as a benchmark in Nicaraguan specialty coffee. Owned by the Mierisch family, highly respected producers known for their experimental processing, varietal work, and exceptional coffee. Limoncillo is home to a wide range of varietals, including Caturra, Red Bourbon, Pacamara, and Java.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" class=\"TextRun SCXW53752346 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW53752346 BCX0\"\u003eMierisch Family\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe very first of the Mierisch farms was founded in 1895 by German émigré Ernst Bruno Mierisch Boettiger. He was compensated by the Nicaraguan government for his engineering work on the construction of the pacific railroad between Masaya and Diriamba with a parcel of land - a goldmine and a farm he named “Sajonia” (the Spanish spelling of his home region back in Germany, Saxony). In 1908 he planted his first coffee tree, today Fincas Mierisch have 9 coffee farms in Nicaragua and 3 in Honduras. Over 100 years later the family business is now run by his grandson, Dr. Erwin Mierisch Buitrago (3rd generation), and great-great-grandson, Erwin “Wingo” Mierisch Jackman (5th generation).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWingo has been involved with the farms since 2017, contributing to everything from post-harvest processing, to roasting, cupping, and green coffee sales. His passion for innovation and research has led him to head development of new post-harvesting processing methods at the mill, and fine-tuning QC lab protocols to increase quality and consistency. With Wingo’s input, the team at the Don Esteban mill have heavily invested in experimentation with processing coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErick Lopez is the Head Agronomist of the Mierisch farms, he started his career at entry level 22 years ago with their team working in the fields. He showed talent and commitment, so they promoted him and financed his further education to enable him to move up to his current position. He now oversees most of the practical day-to-day operation of the farms. The Fincas Mierisch team has an abundance of employees who have been with them for many years, their expertise and skill are what make the great quality of product and service they provide possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe family employ over 3,000 staff during the harvest, and at Limoncillo over 60 families live on the farm full-time. They are seriously loved by the folks who work for them, more than any other producer we buy from, there is genuine love and respect between the family and their workers. The fact that the Mierisches are our friends helps us drill down into the details of what they do for the people who work for them. This information continues to prove to us that good people grow good coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSustainable Coffee Beans\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe family have scores of policies and initiatives to make everything as sustainable as possible on this vast farming area: their use of chemicals is minimal, and the impact on the environment is always minimised by careful and considerate land management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2024, the farm completed a 15 kW hydroelectric plant, furthering its commitment to sustainability by supplying renewable energy to both operations and the 60 on-site families who live and work at the farm. Alongside its coffee-growing area, the estate also supports cattle and horses, with large swathes of preserved forest maintaining biodiversity. The Mierisch family’s focus on social responsibility is equally impressive - they provide housing, meals, childcare, education, and healthcare for workers year-round, and pay wages that exceed the local minimum by 30%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDon Esteban\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Don Esteban mill, located on Finca Limoncillo, is the central processing hub for the Mierisch family’s farms in the Matagalpa region. Named in honour of the family patriarch, the mill is engineered with precision and flexibility in mind, allowing the team to adapt processing methods to suit each varietal and lot. Coffee cherries are carefully hand-picked before being depulped using state-of-the-art eco-pulpers, which significantly reduce water usage while offering control over the amount of mucilage left on the bean, crucial for precise processing. Depending on the desired outcome (washed, natural, or honey) coffees are either fermented in tiled tanks or dried slowly on covered African-style raised beds, allowing for clean, traceable expressions of origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is Ethiosar?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been roasting Ethiosar coffee from Finca Limoncillo for several years now, and it’s a varietal with a fascinating backstory rooted in innovation and resilience. It was developed through the collaborative efforts of the Mierisch family and their cousin Ricardo, who owns a nearby farm at a much lower altitude - just 800 metres above sea level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRicardo noticed his coffee plants were struggling. Yields were dropping, and disease pressure was increasing. He attributed this to a combination of factors: climate change, increased rainfall, and the inherent challenges of growing Nicaraguan specialty coffee at lower altitudes in the country. But amidst these challenges, one experimental plant stood out. It was thriving - producing more fruit and showing strong resistance to disease. That plant was Ethiosar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEthiosar is a stable hybrid varietal, carefully crafted to combine the best of both worlds: exceptional cup quality and strong disease resistance. It begins with a cross between:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSudan Rume – an heirloom Ethiopian coffee variety known for its complex, floral flavours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSarchimor – a hybrid of Villa Sarchi and Timor, bred for resilience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hybrid is then crossed again with Villa Sarchi, a dwarf mutation of Bourbon from Costa Rica, prized for its sweetness and compact growth. The result? A varietal that’s not only resilient and high-yielding, but also delivers a delicious, nuanced cup profile - perfect for lovers of single origin coffee and specialty Nicaraguan coffees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraceability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicaragua\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matagalpa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMunicipality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yasica Norte\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limoncillo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducers:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Mierisch Family\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 171 hectares\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoffee growing area:\u003c\/strong\u003e 109 hectares\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtected Rainforest:\u003c\/strong\u003e 54 hectares\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ethiosar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElevation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,200 masl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Months:\u003c\/strong\u003e October-February\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiurnal Temp. Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avg High 25C, Low 17C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAwards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cup of Excellence 2008 (2nd Place)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCupping Scores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCupping Notes: Fudge, pecan, yellow plum.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCup of Excellence Cupping Scores\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean Cup: 6\/8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweetness: 6.5\/8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcidity: 6.5\/8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMouthfeel: 6.5\/8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlavour: 6\/8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAftertaste: 6\/8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalance: 6\/8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall: 6.5\/8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrection: +36\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal: 86\/100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf you'd like to find out more about how we score coffees, make sure to read our blog post “\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozonecoffee.surf\/blogs\/journal\/what-do-coffee-cupping-scores-actually-mean\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWhat Do Coffee Cupping Scores Actually Mean?\u003c\/a\u003e” and if you'd like to try cupping yourself, we've got a guide to that too!\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozonecoffee.surf\/blogs\/journal\/coffee-cupping\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWhat is Coffee Cupping\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoasting Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMedium Dark - fudgy, and deliberately so. Steady through first crack, good consistent pace into the gap between the cracks, then off the heat just before second. That steadiness is where the body and the creamy pecan finish come from. The early drop is what saves the yellow plum acidity from disappearing under all that richness. Rich and lively at once, which is a harder balance than it sounds.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nicaragua","offers":[{"title":"Beans \/ 220g","offer_id":55989012234625,"sku":"A32 220B","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Beans \/ 500g","offer_id":55989192065409,"sku":"A32 500B","price":24.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Beans \/ 1kg","offer_id":55989012267393,"sku":"A32 1B","price":42.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Espresso \/ 220g","offer_id":55989012300161,"sku":"A32 220E","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Espresso \/ 500g","offer_id":55989192098177,"sku":"A32 500E","price":24.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Espresso \/ 1kg","offer_id":55989012332929,"sku":"A32 1E","price":42.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Fine Filter \/ 220g","offer_id":55989012365697,"sku":"A32 220FF","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Fine Filter \/ 500g","offer_id":55989192130945,"sku":"A32 500FF","price":24.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Fine Filter \/ 1kg","offer_id":55989012398465,"sku":"A32 1FF","price":42.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Medium Filter \/ 220g","offer_id":55989012431233,"sku":"A32 220MF","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Medium Filter \/ 500g","offer_id":55989192163713,"sku":"A32 500MF","price":24.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Medium Filter \/ 1kg","offer_id":55989012464001,"sku":"A32 1MF","price":42.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Coarse Filter \/ 220g","offer_id":55989012496769,"sku":"A32 220CF","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Coarse Filter \/ 500g","offer_id":55989192196481,"sku":"A32 500CF","price":24.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Coarse Filter \/ 1kg","offer_id":55989012529537,"sku":"A32 1CF","price":42.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for French Press \/ 220g","offer_id":55989012562305,"sku":"A32 220P","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for French Press \/ 500g","offer_id":55989192229249,"sku":"A32 500P","price":24.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for French Press \/ 1kg","offer_id":55989012595073,"sku":"A32 1P","price":42.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green Unroasted \/ 220g","offer_id":55989012627841,"sku":"A32 220GB","price":10.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green Unroasted \/ 1kg","offer_id":55989012660609,"sku":"A32 1GB","price":37.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/1572\/files\/Ozone_Coffee_Square_2025_NIC_Limoncillo_Ethiosar.png?v=1789056836"},{"product_id":"nicaragua-limoncillo-red-caturra-honey","title":"Nicaragua: Limoncillo, Red Caturra, Honey","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNicaragua: Limoncillo, Red Caturra, Honey\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis super sweet cup is like\u003cstrong\u003e orange candy\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a gentle \u003cstrong\u003ewhite grape\u003c\/strong\u003e developing alongside and a little shoulder of \u003cstrong\u003egreengage \u003c\/strong\u003eon the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe coffee we have here hails from the Matagalpa region of Nicaragua, grown and processed for us by our good friends the Mierisch family. This is one of our longest continuing producer relationships as we’ve been buying coffee from their farm, Finca Limoncillo, since 2007, and we foresee that continuing for many years yet. The second single origin coffee we’re releasing from this year’s harvest is a Honey-processed Red Caturra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOn The Farm\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the Mierisch family's Nicaraguan coffee farms are sprinkled across the Jinotega and Matagalpa regions in the northwest of the country. They’re dotted on either side of the mountain range that forms the border between the two departments. When Roland travels to visit the farms, he’ll generally see Limoncillo on the same day as La Huella and Mama Mina, as they are close to one another. The journey typically starts at Mama Mina, continues through La Huella, and finishes at Limoncillo, the largest of the three farms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinca Limoncillo is a premium coffee farm and jewel of the Mierisch family, nestled at 1,200 metres above sea level in the lush mountains of Matagalpa, Nicaragua. Spanning 171 hectares, 109 of which are dedicated to coffee cultivation, the farm is known not only for its breathtaking landscape, with nine waterfalls crossing its terrain, but also for its role as a benchmark in Nicaraguan specialty coffee. Owned by the highly respected Mierisch family, known for their experimental processing, varietal work, and exceptional coffees, Limoncillo is home to a wide range of varietals including Caturra, Red Bourbon, Pacamara, and Java.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePeople\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe very first Mierisch farm was founded in 1895 by German émigré Ernst Bruno Mierisch Boettiger. He was compensated by the Nicaraguan government for his engineering work on the construction of the Pacific railroad between Masaya and Diriamba with a parcel of land, including a goldmine and a farm he named \"Sajonia\" (the Spanish spelling of his home region in Germany, Saxony). In 1908 he planted his first coffee tree. Today, Fincas Mierisch operates nine coffee farms in Nicaragua and three in Honduras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than 100 years later, the family business is run by his grandson, Dr. Erwin Mierisch Buitrago (third generation), and great-great-grandson Erwin \"Wingo\" Mierisch Jackman (fifth generation).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWingo has been involved with the farms since 2017, contributing to everything from post-harvest processing to roasting, cupping, and green coffee sales. His passion for innovation and research has led him to head the development of new post-harvest processing methods at the mill and refine quality control protocols to increase both quality and consistency. With Wingo’s input, the team at the Don Esteban mill have heavily invested in processing experimentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErick Lopez is the Head Agronomist of the Mierisch farms. He started his career at entry level 22 years ago, working in the fields. Recognising his talent and commitment, the family promoted him and funded further education, enabling him to progress into his current leadership role. He now oversees much of the day-to-day operation of the farms. The Fincas Mierisch team includes many employees who have worked with the family for years, and their expertise and dedication make the high quality of both product and service possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe family employ more than 3,000 staff during harvest, and at Limoncillo over 60 families live on the farm full-time. They are genuinely loved by the people who work for them. More than any other producer we buy from, there is a clear sense of mutual respect and appreciation between the family and their workers. The fact that the Mierisch family are our friends allows us to see the finer details of how they care for their team, continually reinforcing our belief that good people grow good coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSustainable Coffee Beans\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe family have numerous policies and initiatives in place to make their operations as sustainable as possible. Chemical use is kept to a minimum, and environmental impact is carefully managed through thoughtful land stewardship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2024, the farm completed a 15 kW hydroelectric plant, furthering its commitment to sustainability by supplying renewable energy to both farm operations and the 60 on-site families who live and work there. Alongside its coffee-growing areas, the estate also supports cattle and horses, while large sections of preserved forest help maintain biodiversity. The Mierisch family’s commitment to social responsibility is equally impressive. They provide housing, meals, childcare, education, and healthcare for workers year-round, and pay wages that exceed the local minimum by 30%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecision Processing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Don Esteban mill, located on Finca Limoncillo, is the central processing hub for the Mierisch family’s farms in the Matagalpa region. Named in honour of the family patriarch, the mill is engineered with precision and flexibility in mind, allowing the team to adapt processing methods to suit each varietal and lot. Coffee cherries are carefully hand-picked before being depulped using state-of-the-art eco-pulpers, which significantly reduce water usage while offering precise control over the amount of mucilage left on the bean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the desired outcome, whether washed, natural, or honey processed, coffees are either fermented in tiled tanks or dried slowly on covered African-style raised beds. This approach allows for clean, traceable expressions of origin and varietal character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo read all about Honey processing, check out our article here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozonecoffee.surf\/blogs\/coffee-processing-explained\/pulped-natural-honey-processed-coffee\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePulped Natural \u0026amp; Honey Processed Coffee Explained\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTraceability\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicaragua\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matagalpa\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMunicipality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yasica Norte\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limoncillo\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducers:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Mierisch Family\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 171 hectares\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoffee Growing Area:\u003c\/strong\u003e 109 hectares\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtected Rainforest:\u003c\/strong\u003e 54 hectares\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Caturra\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honey\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElevation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,200 m.a.s.l.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Months:\u003c\/strong\u003e October-February\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiurnal Temperature Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avg High 25°C, Low 17°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAwards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cup of Excellence 2008 (2nd Place)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCupping Scores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCupping Notes: Orange Candy, White Grape, Greengage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCup of Excellence Cupping Scores\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean Cup:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5\/8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSweetness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6\/8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMouthfeel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5\/8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5\/8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAftertaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6\/8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5\/8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6\/8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrection:\u003c\/strong\u003e +36\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 87\/100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf you'd like to find out more about how we score coffees, make sure to read our blog post “\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozonecoffee.surf\/blogs\/journal\/what-do-coffee-cupping-scores-actually-mean\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWhat Do Coffee Cupping Scores Actually Mean?\u003c\/a\u003e” and if you'd like to try cupping yourself, we've got a guide to that too!\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozonecoffee.surf\/blogs\/journal\/coffee-cupping\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWhat is Coffee Cupping\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eRoasting Information\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium Dark\u003c\/strong\u003e - Through the gap and let this develop a little, paying close attention to the heat and dropping before second crack.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nicaragua","offers":[{"title":"Beans \/ 220g","offer_id":56171424809345,"sku":"A24 220B","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Beans \/ 500g","offer_id":56171424842113,"sku":"A24 500B","price":24.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Beans \/ 1kg","offer_id":56171424874881,"sku":"A24 1B","price":42.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Espresso \/ 220g","offer_id":56171424907649,"sku":"A24 220E","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Espresso \/ 500g","offer_id":56171424940417,"sku":"A24 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220GB","price":10.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green Unroasted \/ 1kg","offer_id":56171425431937,"sku":"A24 1GB","price":37.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/1572\/files\/Ozone_Coffee_Square_2025_NIC_Limoncillo_R_Caturra.png?v=1787748090"},{"product_id":"nicaragua-la-huella-striped-orange-bourbon","title":"Nicaragua: La Huella, Striped Orange Bourbon","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNicaragua: La Huella, Striped Orange Bourbon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fresh and vibrant medley of \u003cstrong\u003estrawberries\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003epassion fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e opens this elegant and complex cup, shifting into\u003cstrong\u003e black grapes \u003c\/strong\u003eon the aftertaste. As it cools, the fruit sweetness comes to the fore, with delicate hints of \u003cstrong\u003eorange\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003enectarine\u003c\/strong\u003e sitting behind those sweet strawberry notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is our second year buying this Nicaraguan coffee, first tasted by chance on a visit to La Huella in 2024. It was love at first sip when Wingo mentioned they had experimentally separated some noticeably striped cherries off from the main Orange Bourbon harvest. There wasn’t enough for us to buy from that very first tiny picking, but Roland kept chasing to make sure we got some the next year, and we’ve now been able to buy this unique Washed Striped Orange Bourbon coffee again for 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA farm in the clouds\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the Mierisch Nicaraguan coffee farms are sprinkled across the Jinotega and Matagalpa regions in the north west of the country. They’re dotted up either side of the mountain range on the border of the 2 departments. La Huella is on the Matagalpa side, to the south. When Roland travels to visit the farms, generally he’ll see La Huella on the same day as Limoncillo and Mama Mina as they’re close to each other. You start at Mama Mina first, then through La Huella (with a stop for fresh tortillas for lunch at the wet mill in-between!) before heading on to Limoncillo, the biggest, to finish. La Huella is one of the youngest additions to our long relationship with the Mierisches, planted in 2014 in the misty hills of El Arenal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLa Huella mostly grows Java and Red Catuai, with a lower number of shade trees mixed in compared to other Mierisch farms. This is due to the overcast microclimate caused by the local geography - foggy clouds sit over the farm for much of the day, doing the job shade trees do elsewhere. So while most coffee farms need to add canopy, La Huella has to keep it deliberately sparse, or the plants don’t get enough light to thrive. They also grow a small collection of exotic coffee varietals here, including this Striped Orange Bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePeople\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe very first of the Mierisch farms was founded in 1895 by German émigré Ernst Bruno Mierisch Boettiger. He was compensated by the Nicaraguan government for his engineering work on the construction of the pacific railroad between Masaya and Diriamba with a parcel of land - a gold mine and a farm he named “Sajonia” (the Spanish spelling of his home region back in Germany, Saxony). In 1908 he planted his first coffee tree, today Fincas Mierisch have 9 coffee farms in Nicaragua and 3 in Honduras. Over 100 years later the family business is now run by his grandson, Dr. Erwin Mierisch Buitrago (3rd generation), and great-great-grandson, Erwin “Wingo” Mierisch Jackman (5th generation).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErick Lopez is the Agronomist at the head of the Mierisch farms, he started his career at the entry level 22 years ago with their team working in the fields. He showed talent and commitment, so they promoted him and financed his further education to enable him to move up to his current position. He now oversees most of the practical operation of the farms. The Fincas Mierisch team has an abundance of employees who have been with them for many years, their expertise and skill are what make the great quality of product and service they provide possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProcessing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe family’s wet mill for La Huella is right on the edge of the farm, located in-between La Huella and Mama Mina. This is where coffee harvested from both farms is collected to be cleaned and floated to remove any over\/under ripes and damaged beans. For Washed and Honey coffees the cherries are also de-pulped here as needed. The mill uses state-of-the-art eco-pulpers, which significantly reduce water usage while offering control over the amount of mucilage left on the bean, crucial for precise processing. All coffees (Naturals in cherry, Washed\/Honeys in parchment) are then transported to the separate dry mill a short drive down the hill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Don Esteban mill, located at a lower altitude than the farms, is the central processing hub for the Mierisch family’s farms in the Matagalpa region. Named in honour of the family patriarch, the mill is engineered with precision and flexibility in mind, allowing the team to adapt processing methods to suit each varietal and lot. Depending on the desired outcome, coffees are either fermented in tiled tanks or dried slowly on covered African-style raised beds, allowing for clean, traceable expressions of origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo read all about Washed processing check out our article \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozonecoffee.surf\/blogs\/coffee-processing-explained\/washed-processed-coffee\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCoffee with stripes?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Roland was visiting La Huella in 2024, Wingo mentioned that he had noticed they have 2 types of Orange Bourbon on the farm. Some fruit has a uniform colour all over, while some has tiger stripes of pale and dark orange. Normally this all goes together to be processed, but he wondered if separating them would have a different flavour. He asked the pickers to separate the striped cherries out on their own and ended up with a tiny trial amount of 2 kilograms. We cupped it together and were blown away! It was a delicious coffee, like strawberry fondant chocolates. Roland thought it was so good that he asked for the next year’s crop of Orange Bourbon coffee be fully separated so we can have the striped portion. He continued bugging Wingo about it for a year and we finally secured 1 single sack of this very special coffee. After the success of the first crop, we’re thrilled to have managed to buy this again this year. There’s just one bag, and we’ve got it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom chatting with Luis Rodriguez, who helps run Finca San Jose in El Salvador, we know that in the Amarangia that we buy from them (a mix of orange and yellow Bourbon) their orange is all striped, the trees on their farm don’t produce any solid orange cherries. Other places have just solid orange. So the striped stock is not unique to La Huella, the interesting thing is that they have both versions of the varietal on the farm. Whether it’s correct to say this is a different varietal we can’t be sure, what we can definitely say is that this Orange Bourbon is different to the other Orange Bourbon that comes out of the farm. We have cupped the solid orange from La Huella alone too and it’s very nice, it presents a bit heavier in body than the other Bourbons, but it doesn’t have the same wow factor as the striped version from this farm. We’re delighted that we managed to get this lot, it’s a great example of what can happen when you work long term with partners at origin, you work together to try and achieve great coffees like this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraceability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry: \u003cstrong\u003eNicaragua\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunity: El Arenal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: Matagalpa\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFarm: \u003cstrong\u003eLa Huella\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProducers: The Mierisch Family\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFarm Size: 171 hectares\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoffee Area: 76 hectares\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarietal: \u003cstrong\u003eStriped Orange Bourbon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess: \u003cstrong\u003eWashed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElevation: 1,315-1,400 m.a.s.l.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest Months: December-March\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiurnal Temperature Cycle: Avg High 21°C, Low 15°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaps: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/R3FZKB1wDsWabnD77\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eGoogle Maps\u003c\/a\u003e \/ \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/maps.apple.com\/?ll=13.051613,-85.853043\u0026amp;q=La%20Huella\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eApple Maps\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCupping Scores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCupping notes: Strawberry, passion fruit, black grape.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCup of Excellence Cupping Scores\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean Cup:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5\/8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSweetness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5\/8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5\/8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMouthfeel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6\/8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5\/8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAftertaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5\/8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6\/8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5\/8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrection:\u003c\/strong\u003e +36\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal: 91\/100\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf you'd like to find out more about how we score coffees, make sure to read our blog post “\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozonecoffee.surf\/blogs\/journal\/what-do-coffee-cupping-scores-actually-mean\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWhat Do Coffee Cupping Scores Actually Mean?\u003c\/a\u003e” and if you'd like to try cupping yourself, we've got a guide to that too!\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozonecoffee.surf\/blogs\/journal\/coffee-cupping\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWhat is Coffee Cupping\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoast Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis coffee needs a deft touch. Grown at over 1,300 metres, it's a dense bean that benefits from enough development to bring out its sweetness, so let it run through first crack and into the gap. Don't push too far towards second, or you'll lose the vibrant fruit sweetness and the strawberry and passion fruit will flatten out.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nicaragua","offers":[{"title":"Beans \/ 220g","offer_id":56222482497921,"sku":"C11 220B","price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Beans \/ 125g","offer_id":56395201020289,"sku":"C11 125B","price":9.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Beans \/ 500g","offer_id":56222482530689,"sku":"C11 500B","price":34.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Beans \/ 1kg","offer_id":56222482563457,"sku":"C11 1B","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Espresso \/ 220g","offer_id":56222482596225,"sku":"C11 220E","price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Espresso \/ 125g","offer_id":56395201053057,"sku":"C11 125E","price":9.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Espresso \/ 500g","offer_id":56222482628993,"sku":"C11 500E","price":34.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Espresso \/ 1kg","offer_id":56222482661761,"sku":"C11 1E","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Fine Filter \/ 220g","offer_id":56222482694529,"sku":"C11 220FF","price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Fine Filter \/ 125g","offer_id":56395201085825,"sku":"C11 125FF","price":9.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Fine Filter \/ 500g","offer_id":56222482727297,"sku":"C11 500FF","price":34.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Fine Filter \/ 1kg","offer_id":56222482760065,"sku":"C11 1FF","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Medium Filter \/ 220g","offer_id":56222482792833,"sku":"C11 220MF","price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Medium Filter \/ 125g","offer_id":56395201118593,"sku":"C11 125MF","price":9.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Medium Filter \/ 500g","offer_id":56222482825601,"sku":"C11 500MF","price":34.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Medium Filter \/ 1kg","offer_id":56222482858369,"sku":"C11 1MF","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Coarse Filter \/ 220g","offer_id":56222482891137,"sku":"C11 220CF","price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Coarse Filter \/ 125g","offer_id":56395201151361,"sku":"C11 125CF","price":9.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Coarse Filter \/ 500g","offer_id":56222482923905,"sku":"C11 500CF","price":34.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for Coarse Filter \/ 1kg","offer_id":56222482956673,"sku":"C11 1CF","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for French Press \/ 220g","offer_id":56222482989441,"sku":"C11 220P","price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for French Press \/ 125g","offer_id":56395201184129,"sku":"C11 125P","price":9.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for French Press \/ 500g","offer_id":56222483022209,"sku":"C11 500P","price":34.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground for French Press \/ 1kg","offer_id":56222483054977,"sku":"C11 1P","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/1572\/files\/OZONE_coffee_bag_LaHuellastriped.png?v=1790844873"},{"product_id":"nicaragua-finca-limoncillo-ethiosar-natural","title":"Nicaragua: Limoncillo, Ethiosar, Natural","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNicaragua: Finca Limoncillo, Ethiosar, Natural\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's a big punch of \u003cstrong\u003erum and raisin fudg\u003c\/strong\u003ee up front, rich and indulgent with a beautifully creamy texture. Sweet \u003cstrong\u003esultanas\u003c\/strong\u003e bring extra depth and sweetness through the middle of the cup, while a gentle note of \u003cstrong\u003ered apple\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps everything balanced and bright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe coffee we have here hails from the Matagalpa region of Nicaragua, grown and processed for us by our good friends the Mierisch family. This is one of our longest continuing producer relationships, as we’ve been buying coffee from their farm, Finca Limoncillo, since 2007, and we foresee that continuing for many years yet. The third single origin coffee we’re releasing from this year’s harvest is a Natural-processed Ethiosar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOn The Farm\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the Mierisch family's Nicaraguan coffee farms are spread across the Jinotega and Matagalpa regions in the northwest of the country. They’re dotted on either side of the mountain range that forms the border between the two departments. When Roland travels to visit the farms, he’ll generally see Limoncillo on the same day as La Huella and Mama Mina, as they are close to one another. The journey typically starts at Mama Mina, continues through La Huella, and finishes at Limoncillo, the largest of the three farms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinca Limoncillo is a premium coffee farm and jewel of the Mierisch family, nestled at 1,200 metres above sea level in the lush mountains of Matagalpa, Nicaragua. Spanning 171 hectares, 109 of which are dedicated to coffee cultivation, the farm is known not only for its breathtaking landscape, with nine waterfalls crossing its terrain, but also for its role as a benchmark in Nicaraguan specialty coffee. Owned by the highly respected Mierisch family, known for their experimental processing, varietal work, and exceptional coffees, Limoncillo is home to a wide range of varietals including Caturra, Red Bourbon, Pacamara, and Java.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePeople\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe very first Mierisch farm was founded in 1895 by German émigré Ernst Bruno Mierisch Boettiger. He was compensated by the Nicaraguan government for his engineering work on the construction of the Pacific railroad between Masaya and Diriamba with a parcel of land, including a goldmine and a farm he named \"Sajonia\" (the Spanish spelling of his home region in Germany, Saxony). In 1908 he planted his first coffee tree. Today, Fincas Mierisch operates nine coffee farms in Nicaragua and three in Honduras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than 100 years later, the family business is run by his grandson, Dr. Erwin Mierisch Buitrago (third generation), and great-great-grandson Erwin \"Wingo\" Mierisch (fifth generation).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWingo has been involved with the farms since 2017, contributing to everything from post-harvest processing to roasting, cupping, and green coffee sales. His passion for innovation and research has led him to head the development of new post-harvest processing methods at the mill and refine quality control protocols to increase both quality and consistency. With Wingo’s input, the team at the Don Esteban mill have heavily invested in processing experimentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErick Lopez is the Head Agronomist of the Mierisch farms. He started his career at entry level 22 years ago, working in the fields. Recognising his talent and commitment, the family promoted him and funded further education, enabling him to progress into his current leadership role. He now oversees much of the day-to-day operation of the farms. The Fincas Mierisch team includes many employees who have worked with the family for years, and their expertise and dedication make the high quality of both product and service possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe family employ more than 3,000 staff during harvest, and at Limoncillo over 60 families live on the farm full-time. They are genuinely loved by the people who work for them. More than any other producer we buy from, there is a clear sense of mutual respect and appreciation between the family and their workers. The fact that the Mierisch family are our friends allows us to see the finer details of how they care for their team, continually reinforcing our belief that good people grow good coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSustainable Coffee Beans\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe family have numerous policies and initiatives in place to make their operations as sustainable as possible. Chemical use is kept to a minimum, and environmental impact is carefully managed through thoughtful land stewardship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2024, the farm completed a 15 kW hydroelectric plant, furthering its commitment to sustainability by supplying renewable energy to both farm operations and the 60 on-site families who live and work there. Alongside its coffee-growing areas, the estate also supports cattle and horses, while large sections of preserved forest help maintain biodiversity. The Mierisch family’s commitment to social responsibility is equally impressive. They provide housing, meals, childcare, education, and healthcare for workers year-round, and pay wages that exceed the local minimum by 30%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecision Processing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Don Esteban mill, located on Finca Limoncillo, is the central processing hub for the Mierisch family’s farms in the Matagalpa region. Named in honour of the family patriarch, the mill is engineered with precision and flexibility in mind, allowing the team to adapt processing methods to suit each varietal and lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoffee cherries are carefully hand-picked before being depulped using state-of-the-art eco-pulpers, which significantly reduce water usage while offering precise control over the amount of mucilage left on the bean. Depending on the desired outcome, whether washed, natural, or honey processed, coffees are either fermented in tiled tanks or dried slowly on covered African-style raised beds. This approach allows for clean, traceable expressions of origin and varietal character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo read all about Natural processing, check out our article here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozonecoffee.surf\/blogs\/coffee-processing-explained\/naturally-processed-coffee\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNaturally Processed Coffee Explained\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat Is Ethiosar?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been roasting Ethiosar coffee from Finca Limoncillo for several years now, and it’s a varietal with a fascinating backstory rooted in innovation and resilience. It was developed through the collaborative efforts of the Mierisch family and their cousin Ricardo, who owns a nearby farm at a much lower altitude, just 800 metres above sea level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRicardo noticed his coffee plants were struggling. Yields were dropping, and disease pressure was increasing. He attributed this to a combination of factors, including climate change, increased rainfall, and the inherent challenges of growing specialty coffee at lower altitudes in Nicaragua.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmidst these challenges, one experimental plant stood out. It was thriving, producing more fruit and showing strong resistance to disease. That plant was Ethiosar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEthiosar is a stable hybrid varietal, carefully developed to combine exceptional cup quality with strong disease resistance. It begins with a cross between:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSudan Rume\u003c\/strong\u003e – an heirloom Ethiopian coffee variety known for its complex, floral flavours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSarchimor\u003c\/strong\u003e – a hybrid of Villa Sarchi and Timor, bred for resilience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hybrid is then crossed again with Villa Sarchi, a dwarf mutation of Bourbon from Costa Rica, prized for its sweetness and compact growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a varietal that is not only resilient and high-yielding, but also delivers a delicious, nuanced cup profile, making it a fantastic choice for lovers of single origin coffee and specialty Nicaraguan coffees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraceability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry: \u003cstrong\u003eNicaragua\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: Matagalpa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMunicipality: Yasica Norte\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFarm: \u003cstrong\u003eLimoncillo\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProducers: The Mierisch Family\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFarm size: 171 hectares\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoffee growing area: 109 hectares\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtected Rainforest: 54 hectares\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarietal: \u003cstrong\u003eEthiosar\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess: \u003cstrong\u003eNatural\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElevation: 1,200 masl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest Months: October-February\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiurnal Temp. Cycle: Avg High 25C, Low 17C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAwards: Cup of Excellence 2008 (2nd Place)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCupping Scores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCupping Notes: Rum \u0026amp; raisin fudge, sultana, red apple.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCup of Excellence Cupping Scores\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean Cup: 6\/8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweetness: 6.5\/8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcidity: 6.5\/8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMouthfeel: 7\/8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlavour: 6.5\/8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAftertaste: 6.5\/8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalance: 6\/8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall: 6.5\/8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrection: +36\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal: 87\/100\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf you'd like to find out more about how we score coffees, make sure to read our blog post “\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozonecoffee.surf\/blogs\/journal\/what-do-coffee-cupping-scores-actually-mean\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWhat Do Coffee Cupping Scores Actually Mean?\u003c\/a\u003e” and if you'd like to try cupping yourself, we've got a guide to that too!\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozonecoffee.surf\/blogs\/journal\/coffee-cupping\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWhat is Coffee Cupping\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoasting Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium Dark\u003c\/strong\u003e - fudgy, and deliberately so. Steady through first crack, good consistent pace into the gap between the cracks, then off the heat just before second. That steadiness is where the body and the creamy pecan finish come from. The early drop is what saves the yellow plum acidity from disappearing under all that richness. 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