Red Monarch by Jhoan Vergara

Red Monarch by Jhoan Vergara

Red Monarch by Jhoan Vergara

    Red Monarch is a Red Bourbon variety meticulously cultivated by Jhoan Vergara at the Las Flores farm in Acevedo Huila, Colombia. Utilizing advanced microbiology techniques in an anaerobic thermal-shock washed process, this coffee achieves a smooth, expressive, and well-structured profile. From espresso to cold brew, Red Monarch consistently delivers an incredible taste that will leave you amazed.

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    Flavor Profile

    Notes of grape soda, zesty lime, marshmallow, cotton candy, sweet licorice, fragrant orange blossom, and a hint of sweet spice. With a clean body and sparkling grape acidity, this coffee offers an extraordinary sensory experience.


    Coffee Details

    • šŸŒ± Variety: Red Bourbon
    • šŸŒŠ Process: Anaerobic Thermal-Shock Washed
    • šŸ“ Farm: Las Flores
    • šŸ”ļø Altitude: 1750m
    • šŸŒ Region: Huila, Colombia
    • šŸ‘Øā€šŸŒ¾ Farmer: Jhoan Vergara
    • šŸŒ¾ Harvest: 2024 (October)
    • šŸ‘ Recommended For: Pour-overs, conventional coffee makers, immersion, and espresso

    V60

    Recipe Summary

    • Coffee-to-Water Ratio: 15g coffee to 250ml water (1:16.6)
    • Grind Size: Setting 3 on Fellow Ode 2
    • Water Temperature: 205Ā°F (96Ā°C)
    • Total Brew Time: 3:00 ā€“ 3:30 minutes

    What You'll Need

    Equipment:

    • V60 dripper and paper filter
    • Coffee scale
    • Kettle (preferably with temperature control)
    • Mug or carafe

    Ingredients:

    • 15g of Red Monarch coffee beans
    • 250ml of water heated to 205Ā°F (96Ā°C)

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    Step 1: Measure and Grind the Coffee

    • Weigh 15g of Red Monarch coffee beans.
    • Grind the beans to a medium-fine consistency (setting 3 on Fellow Ode 2).

    Step 2: Prepare the Equipment

    • Heat 250ml of water to 205Ā°F (96Ā°C).
    • Place the V60 dripper on your mug or carafe.
    • Insert the paper filter into the dripper.
    • Rinse the filter thoroughly with hot water to eliminate any paper taste and preheat the equipment.
    • Discard the rinse water from the mug or carafe.
    • Add the ground coffee to the filter and gently level the coffee bed.
      • Optional: Make a small divot in the center of the grounds to aid in the blooming phase.

    Step 3: Blooming Phase (0s ā€“ 45s)

    • Start your timer.
    • Pour 50ml of water over the grounds in slow, small-to-large circular motions, ensuring all the coffee is saturated.
    • Swirl the dripper gently to promote even extraction.
    • Wait until the timer reads 45 seconds.

    Step 4: Main Pours ā€“ Building Sweetness and Strength

    • Optional: We love using Melodrip, you can find it here

    Pour 2 (45s ā€“ 1:15s):

    • At 45 seconds, pour water up to a total of 150ml in wide circular motions.
    • Finish this pour by 1:15 minutes.
    • Gently swirl the dripper.

    Pour 3 (1:25s ā€“ 1:35s):

    • At 1:25 minutes, pour water up to a total of 200ml in narrow circular motions, focusing on the center.
    • Finish this pour by 1:35 minutes.
    • Gently swirl the dripper.

    Pour 4 (1:45s ā€“ 1:55s):

    • At 1:45 minutes, pour water up to a total of 250ml using a combination of wide and narrow circular motions.
    • Finish this pour by 1:55 minutes.
    • Gently swirl the dripper.

    Step 5: Allow the Coffee to Brew

    • Let the coffee drip through completely.
    • Aim for a total brew time between 3:00 and 3:30 minutes.
    • Adjust grind size if necessary to reach the desired brew time.

    Step 6: Serve and Enjoy

    • Swirl the coffee in your carafe to aerate the brew and ensure even flavor distribution.
    • Pour into your cup if brewed into a carafe.
    • Enjoy the vibrant flavors and aroma of the Red Monarch coffee.

    Additional Tips

    • Grind Adjustment:
      • If your brew time is shorter than 3 minutes, use a finer grind.
      • If longer than 3:30 minutes, use a coarser grind.
    • Water Quality:
      • Use filtered water for the best flavor extraction.
    • Consistency:
      • Maintain steady pouring techniques to ensure even extraction.
    • Experiment:
      • Feel free to adjust the coffee-to-water ratio to suit your taste preferences.

    French Press

    Recipe Summary

    • Coffee-to-Water Ratio: 25g coffee to 425ml water (1:17)
    • Grind Size: Setting 8 on Fellow Ode 2
    • Water Temperature: 200Ā°F (93Ā°C)
    • Total Brew Time: 9 minutes

    What You'll Need

    Equipment:

    • French Press
    • Scale
    • Kettle
    • Timer

    Ingredients:

    • 25g of Red Monarch coffee beans
    • 425ml of water heated to 200Ā°F (93Ā°C)

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    Step 1: Measure and Grind the Coffee

    • Weigh 25g of Red Monarch coffee beans.
    • Grind the beans to a coarse consistency (setting 8 on Fellow Ode 2).

    Step 2: Prepare the French Press

    • Preheat the French Press by rinsing it with hot water.
    • Discard the rinse water.

    Step 3: Begin Brewing

    • Add the ground coffee to the French Press.
    • Start your timer.
    • Pour 75ml of water over the coffee grounds.
    • Swirl the French Press vigorously to ensure all grounds are saturated.

    Step 4: Continue Brewing

    • At 1 minute, pour the remaining 350ml of water, bringing the total to 425ml.
    • Leave the French Press uncovered for 4 minutes.

    Step 5: Skim and Steep

    • At 5 minutes, scoop out the floating coffee grounds from the surface.
    • Cover the French Press with the plunger but do not press down.
    • Allow the coffee to steep for an additional 4 minutes.

    Step 6: Press and Serve

    • At 9 minutes, slowly press the plunger down.
    • Let the coffee sit for a moment to settle.
    • Pour the coffee into your cup.
    • Enjoy the rich and full-bodied flavors of Red Monarch brewed with the French Press method.

    AeropressĀ 

    Recipe Summary

    • Coffee-to-Water Ratio: 15g coffee to 210ml water (1:14)
    • Grind Size: Setting 4 on Fellow Ode 2
    • Water Temperature: 205Ā°F (96Ā°C)
    • Total Brew Time: 3 minutes 30 seconds

    What You'll Need

    Equipment:

    • Aeropress
    • Aeropress paper filter
    • Scale
    • Kettle
    • Timer
    • Stirrer or spoon
    • Mug or carafe

    Ingredients:

    • 15g of Red Monarch coffee beans
    • 210ml of water heated to 205Ā°F (96Ā°C)

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    Step 1: Measure and Grind the Coffee

    • Weigh 15g of Red Monarch coffee beans.
    • Grind the beans to a medium-fine consistency (setting 4 on Fellow Ode 2).

    Step 2: Prepare the Aeropress (Inverted Method)

    • Assemble the Aeropress in the inverted position (plunger at the bottom, chamber on top).
    • Place one filter in the filter cap and rinse it with hot water.
    • Attach the filter cap to the Aeropress.
    • Add the ground coffee into the Aeropress chamber.

    Step 3: Bloom

    • Start your timer.
    • Pour 50ml of water over the coffee grounds.
    • Swirl the Aeropress gently to saturate all the grounds.
    • Wait until the timer reads 1 minute.

    Step 4: Add Remaining Water

    • At 1 minute, pour the remaining 190ml of water, bringing the total to 240ml.
    • Stir gently to ensure even extraction.

    Step 5: Prepare to Plunge

    • Secure the filter cap onto the Aeropress if not already attached.
    • Carefully flip the Aeropress onto your mug or carafe.
    • Wait until the timer reads 3 minutes.

    Step 6: Plunge and Serve

    • At 3 minutes, slowly plunge the Aeropress over the course of 30 seconds.
    • Finish plunging by 3:30 minutes.
    • Swirl the brewed coffee to aerate.
    • Enjoy!

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