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Really Good Coffee-Brewing Videos
- Aeropress Brewing – The Aeropress makes a really good cup of coffee . . . easily. Here are the basic steps we use on our Aeropress. There are so many great ways to make coffee on this brewer. Check it out and explore.
- Pour Over Dripper Brewing – The Hario dripper makes a really good cup of coffee . . . easily. There is not one right recipe when using this brew method. This is what we recomend when dripping a cup of Taylor Maid Farms coffee.
Single Origins
Travel the World
From Your Kitchen
Travel to distant lands each day and discover the unique tastes and aroma of single-origin coffees. Single-origin coffees offer the story of the people, their culture and the rich ecosystems that produce each and every cup. Explore the spice and chocolate of Guatemala, the earthy tones of Indonesia or the deep cherry and chocolate tones of Colombia and experience a new world of flavor.
Unlike blended coffees, which attempt to keep a desired flavor profile consistent year-round, single-origin coffees offer an experience that changes with the seasons. We offer our single-origins only at the peak of the season and freshness.
Taylor Maid Farms specializes in the finest certified-organic coffees from conscientious growers worldwide. We are very proud of our grower-partners and hope you enjoy their offerings.
Brazil
Floresta (floh-RAY-stah)
Region: Chapada Diamantina, Bahia
Elevation: 1100 meters
Process: Washed & patio dried
Cultivars: Catuai & Bourbon
Certifications: Demeter Biodynamic
Harvest: May to September
Availability: April to June
Roast Level: Full City
Farm: Fazenda Floresta is one of 14 farms that comprise Cooperbio surrounding Chapada Diamantina, in the Bahia state of Brazil. The “chapadas” of this area are towering rock formations, pockmarked with caves and streaked with deep chasms that sprout waterfalls during the rainy season. Sloping away from the base of the Chapadas are mineral rich alluvial fans where the coffee is grown. Chapada Diamantina is the best known of these formations, scoured by early Portuguese settlers in search of diamonds, hence the name. Though this farm has been certified organic since 2001, it has upped the ante by becoming certified biodynamic by the Demeter Association. Biodynamics is uber organic, a marriage of land stewardship, animal husbandry, social consciousness and the implementation of lunar cycles in the planting and fertilizing activities to obtain the optimal universal bond with the farm. Well-drained, acidic, mineral rich and heavily composted soil create the ideal conditions for a superb organic coffee.
Cupping Notes: Muted orange acidity, almond & honey sweet body with a chocolate liqueur finish & hints of anise.
La Voz
Region: Lake Atitlan
Elevation: 1500 to 1800 meters
Process: Washed & sun dried
Cultivars: Caturra & Bourbon
Certifications: ECOQ & Fair Trade
Harvest: December to March
Availability: April to June
Roast Level: Medium
Farm: Cooperativa La Voz, short for “La Voz Que Clame en el Desierto” (The voice that clamors in the desert) consists of 128 small family farms. These families grow coffee on the steep slopes of the San Pedro volcano, under a rich shade tree canopy that includes many trees native to the region (Citris, Ficus, Inga, Mango, etc.) that also provide homes to a diversity of migratory bird species. San Pedro, along with the Atitlan and Toliman volcanoes, are situated around one of the most beautiful lakes in the world; Lake Atitlan. All around this lake are communities of indigenous Tzutujil, Kakchiquel and Quiche Mayan people who have been cultivating coffee in these intensely rich soils for the past 90 years. This region hosts the ideal conditions to provide excellent coffees.
Cupping Notes: Sweet, juicy acidity beautifully balanced with a rich, caramel body & milk chocolate finish.
Las Capucas (loss cah-POO-coss)
Region: Copan
Elevation: 1400 to 1600 meters
Process: Washed & sun dried
Cultivars: Caturra
Certifications: Fair Trade
Harvest: January to April
Availability: April to June
Roast Level: Medium
Farm: The community of Las Capucas is located in the Celaque Mountains, near Celaque National Park and Mayan ruins, in western Honduras. It is home to one of the most progressive coffee cooperatives in the country, COCAFCAL. The Cooperative was developed in the early 90’s and is comprised of 254 members, of which, ten make up the certified organic group. The structure for the Cooperative is supported by local coffee funds, including sales from coffee roasted by a small group of women within the cooperative. Ideal soil and climate conditions, high elevation, and excellent processing systems ensure a wonderfully delicious coffee.
Cupping Notes: Fine apple acidity, a light, crisp, yet nutty body and a baker’s chocolate finish.