NICARAGUA SHG Matagalpa
Regular price
€13,50
Sale price
€13,50
Regular price
€12,00
Pack: 250 grams
Varietal: Caturra, Catuai, Marseillesa,
Altitude: 1,200 - 1,700 masl
Taste Notes: Rich chocolate, cocoa, sweet nuts, hazelnut, caramel, and a gentle citrus or fruity acidity.
Nicaragua SHG (Strictly High Grown) Matagalpa is a premium, high-altitude coffee grown at 1,200–1,700+ meters in north-central Nicaragua.
Known for a balanced, sweet flavor profile with chocolate, nut, and fruit notes, it is often processed via washed methods.
Key areas include Matagalpa and Jinotega, often produced by smallholder cooperatives under shade.
Key Characteristics of Nicaragua SHG Matagalpa:
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Altitude & Growth: Cultivated above
1,200 meters (
ensuring slower ripening, higher density, and superior quality.)
- Flavor Profile: Typical tasting notes include rich chocolate, cocoa, sweet nuts, hazelnut, caramel, and a gentle citrus or fruity acidity.
- Preparation: Commonly sold as SHG EP (European Preparation), meaning beans are meticulously hand-sorted to ensure high quality.
- Production Context: Many producers in the Matagalpa region, such as those in the El Arenal Nature Reserve, focus on sustainable, shade-grown methods.
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Harvest Time: The harvest generally happens later in high-altitude areas to allow for optimal maturity.
Regional Significance:
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Coffee Hub: Matagalpa is a major hub of Nicaraguan coffee production, known for its rich volcanic soil and mountainous climate, which provides an ideal environment for Arabica coffee.
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Varieties: Often features varieties like Caturra, Catuai, Marseillesa, and Catimor.
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Cooperative Support: Many coffees from this region are associated with organizations like UCCEI (Unión de Cooperativas de Cafes Especiales Cordillera Isabelia) and often carry Organic or Fair Trade certifications.
