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Introduction of coffee producing areas in Honduras (3) Makala Montecillos- Marcala Coffee

Published: 2024-11-10 Author: World Gafei
Last Updated: 2024/11/10, For the exchange of professional baristas, please follow the coffee workshop (Wechat official account cafe_style) introduction of Honduran coffee producing areas (3): Montecillos- Marcala (3). Makala (Montecillos- Marcala): a coffee producing area for consistency and balance. This area covers the La Paz,Gomayag, which is connected by the Central Mountains of Montecillos.

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Introduction of coffee producing areas in Honduras (3): Makala (Montecillos- Marcala)

3. Makala (Montecillos- Marcala): a coffee producing area for consistency and balance. This area covers the provinces of La Paz,Gomayagua, Santa B á rbara and Intibuca, which are connected by the Montecillos Central Mountains.

Marcala producing area has a good reputation and image in the international market because of its high quality coffee. Today, the region also has a protected named coffee of origin, Marcala Coffee, as an alternative to improving competitiveness and protecting coffee produced in the region.

In addition to being a high-quality coffee-producing area, its remarkable aboriginal Lenca culture has also increased the importance of tourism in the region.

Cup test characteristics

The aroma has bright and lively acidity, with delicate citrus and peach flavors, velvety on the palate and a floral finish.

Altitude

1300-1700 msnm

Annual rainfall

1700-2200 mm / year

Temperature

Between 16 and 20 °C

Variety

Typica, Bourbon, Catuai

Harvest season

December to March

Data source: http://www.cafedehonduras.org/

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