Honduras | Finca Monte Cristo

HG EP Finca Monte Cristo washed is a type of coffee that comes from the Finca Montecristo estate, with the most commonly cited origins being Honduras and Guatemala. The washed process and the "HG EP" designation indicate a high-quality, dense, and meticulously sorted bean with a clean and bright flavor profile. 

• Estate: 
  Finca Montecristo
   is a well-regarded estate that produces specialty coffee. It is a family-run farm in the case of the Honduran variety, known for its focus on eco-friendly and high-quality production.

HG (High Grown): This designation indicates that the coffee was grown at a high altitude.

• EP (European Preparation): This is a quality control standard that signifies the green coffee beans have been meticulously hand-sorted to remove defects and any foreign material. This ensures a clean and uniform product.

• Washed Process: In this processing method, the coffee fruit is removed from the bean before drying. The beans are washed with clean water and then dried. This typically results in a coffee with a cleaner, brighter, and fruitier cup profile compared to other processing methods. 

• Honduras: A balanced body with deeper flavors of chocolate and nuts. It also features a pleasant sweetness and balanced acidity.