Waitrose Colombia

About this bean

Waitrose Colombia is a medium roast from Waitrose, sourced from Colombia. Medium roasts balance origin character with developed sweetness from caramelisation. They are generally the most forgiving roast level for espresso. Home baristas on Puck Yeah have logged 6 shots of this bean, with an average community rating of 5.5 out of 10 across 6 ratings.

Average community recipe

Averaged across 6 community shots. A starting point, not a recipe to copy.

Common questions

How do you brew Waitrose Colombia as espresso?

The Puck Yeah community average for this bean is 13.7g in, 33.4g out (a 1:2.44 ratio), pulled in about 25 seconds. That is a useful starting point, not a recipe to copy. Dial in by taste: pull finer if the shot is sour or runs too fast, coarser if it is bitter or chokes.

What does Waitrose Colombia taste like?

Waitrose hasn't published tasting notes for this one, but medium coffees often show a balance of acidity and caramelised sweetness.

Where is Waitrose Colombia from?

Waitrose Colombia is sourced from Colombia.

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