FAMILIA CARRANZA, Mexico

FAMILIA CARRANZA, Mexico

Regular price £9.60
Sale price £9.60 Regular price £0.00
Guava, Peach, Dark Chocolate, Juicy

Sourced from the El Ojo de Agua farm, this natural process coffee is a blend of Typica and Bourbon varieties. It is produced by the Carranza family, who after years of working as pickers, purchased their own land. They named it El Ojo de Agua after the natural spring on the property, and now produce exceptional coffee to secure a future for their family.

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FAMILIA CARRANZA, Mexico

200g / Whole bean

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    20 Borough Parade
    Chippenham SN15 3WL
    United Kingdom

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    Unit C11
    Bumpers Way
    Chippenham SN14 6LH
    United Kingdom

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What is score?

  • The SCA (Specialty Coffee Association) is the global body that sets the standards for specialty coffee. Their scoring system, based on a 100-point scale, evaluates coffees based on various factors like aroma, flavour, acidity, body, aftertaste, sweetness and balance. Coffees scoring 80+ are considered specialty grade, with those scoring 86+ representing the top tier of quality and complexity.

What is single origin?

  • Single origin means the coffee comes from one specific region, farm, or cooperative, rather than a blend from multiple places. This allows you to experience the unique characteristics of that area’s climate, soil, and processing methods.

What are tasting notes?

  • Tasting notes describe the natural flavours found in the coffee, such as chocolate, citrus, or floral tones. These are not added flavours but arise from the bean’s variety, growing conditions, and roasting process.

What is the processing method?

  • This refers to how coffee beans are removed from the cherry after harvesting, which influences their final taste.
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COFFEE OVERVIEW

NOTES: Guava, Peach, Dark Chocolate, Juicy
SCORE: 86
PRODUCER: Gaudencio Carranza
ALTITUDE: 1,200 - 1,400 masl
VARIETAL: Typica, Bourbon
PROCESSING: Natural

Gaudencio Carranza

Gaudencio Carranza is a guardian of coffee history in his community. He is a descendant of the first Me'phaa indigenous people to cultivate coffee in the region, carrying forward a lineage that is deeply intertwined with the land. For over 18 years, Gaudencio has viewed coffee not just as a crop, but as a vocation "in his blood." This passion is a collective effort; he works side-by-side with his wife, Francisca Mejía Barrera, and their three sons—Luis, Juan Carlos, and Geovany.

The family’s dedication is resilient. In an area where many producers are forced by economic hardship to sell to predatory middlemen (or "coyotes") at low prices, the Carranzas have chosen a harder path. By focusing on exceptional quality and partnering with buyers who provide detailed feedback, they are securing a future where their labor is valued and their indigenous heritage is preserved.

About the Farms

The production takes place on a thriving 10-hectare estate located in the Montaña Alta region of Guerrero, specifically within Colombia de Guadalupe. The land is divided into five distinct farms: Cocoyul, Bordo de Santa Cruz, Plan de Carranza, El Mango, and Pie Mosquito. Situated at elevations between 1,200 and 1,400 meters above sea level, these plots are managed as "edible forests" rather than standard plantations.

Practicing traditional polyculture, the estate supports immense biodiversity. The coffee plants—which include Typica, Bourbon, Mundo Novo, Costa Rica 95, and Castillo varieties—grow alongside native timber trees and over 30 species of food crops, including legumes and fruits. This complex ecosystem helps the crops withstand environmental challenges such as drought and coffee leaf rust.

Natural Processing

This lot is naturally processed, where ripe cherries are carefully sun-dried on raised beds and cement patios. During the drying process, the cherries are regularly turned to ensure even drying.

This lot is naturally processed, where ripe cherries are carefully sun-dried on raised beds and cement patios. During the drying process, the cherries are regularly turned to ensure even drying.