Ilse Coffee

Mexico | Agua Mariposa

Agua Mariposa is a community lot from Eloxochitlán de Flores Magón in Sierra Mazateca, Oaxaca, sourced from multiple micro-farms at 1,600–1,800 MASL. The washed process involves fermentation in cherry, followed by 48–72 hours of wet fermentation and 14–17 days of drying on raised beds. The blend of Bourbon, Caturra, and Oro Azteca yields a sweet, round profile with good structure—notes of drinking chocolate, orange, cherry, and a lingering almond finish. Sourcing from Mazateca is challenging due to tiny farm sizes and language barriers, but this lot represents the region's distinctive character and quality potential.