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
- š± Variety: Red Bourbon
- š Process: Anaerobic Thermal-Shock Washed
- š Farm: Las Flores
- šļø Altitude: 1750m
- š Region: Huila, Colombia
- šØāš¾ Farmer: Jhoan Vergara
- š¾ Harvest: 2024 (October)
- š 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)
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Grind Size: Setting 3 on Fellow Ode 2
- For other grinders, refer to Honest Coffee Grind Size Chart
- 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.
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Grind the beans to a medium-fine consistency (setting 3 on Fellow Ode 2).
- If using a different grinder, find the comparable setting by following Honest Coffee Grind Size Chart.
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.
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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
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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.
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Water Quality:
- Use filtered water for the best flavor extraction.
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Consistency:
- Maintain steady pouring techniques to ensure even extraction.
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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)
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Grind Size: Setting 8 on Fellow Ode 2
- For other grinders, refer to the HonestĀ CoffeeĀ GrindĀ SizeĀ Chart.
- 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.
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Grind the beans to a coarse consistency (setting 8 on Fellow Ode 2).
- If using a different grinder, find the comparable setting on theĀ HonestĀ CoffeeĀ GrindĀ SizeĀ Chart.
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)
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Grind Size: Setting 4 on Fellow Ode 2
- For other grinders, refer to the HonestĀ CoffeeĀ GrindĀ SizeĀ Chart.
- 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).
- If using a different grinder, find the comparable setting by following the HonestĀ CoffeeĀ GrindĀ SizeĀ Chart.
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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