Ecuador Finca La Noria — Typica Mejorado

A vibrant, aromatic expression of Typica Mejorado grown at extreme elevation in southern Ecuador, roasted light for clarity and precision.

Coffee Details

Origin: Loja, Ecuador
Farm: Finca La Noria
Producer: ChocoVilcaMundo (CVM)
Elevation: 2,090m
Variety: Typica Mejorado
Process: Washed
Roast: Light

Flavor: Grapefruit, Perfume, Mango, Lime
Body: Silky, tea-like
Acidity: Bright, citrus-driven

Overview

This Typica Mejorado from Finca La Noria offers a vivid and aromatic profile shaped by extreme elevation and careful processing. Roasted light, it delivers a cup that is both expressive and refined—balancing citrus intensity with lifted florals and tropical sweetness.

Compared to more structured, classic profiles, this coffee leans brighter and more aromatic, with a lively acidity and a clean, focused finish.

Typica Mejorado continues to stand out as one of Ecuador’s most compelling varieties, capable of producing coffees that are both dynamic and precise.

Origin

Finca La Noria is located in Loja, southern Ecuador, with plantings ranging from approximately 2,000 to 2,265 meters above sea level. At these elevations, cool temperatures and intense sunlight slow cherry development, allowing sugars and aromatic compounds to concentrate.

The farm is operated by ChocoVilcaMundo (CVM), led by Bernard Uhe and his coffee-growing family. With deep roots in Colombian coffee production, CVM has established some of Ecuador’s highest-elevation and most awarded farms.

Variety & Selection

Typica Mejorado is an Ecuadorian selection known for combining the clarity and structure of traditional Typica with enhanced aromatics and intensity.

In this expression, the variety leans toward bright citrus and perfumed florals, supported by tropical fruit notes and a clean, structured finish.

At high elevation, Typica Mejorado develops exceptional clarity and aromatic lift, making it one of Ecuador’s most sought-after coffees.

Roast Style & Intent

Roasted light, this profile is designed to highlight acidity, aromatics, and clarity.

Development is carefully controlled to preserve brightness and structure, allowing the coffee’s natural character to remain fully intact. The goal is a cup that feels vivid and expressive without becoming heavy or muted.

Cup Profile

Expect pronounced citrus aromatics of grapefruit and lime, layered with perfumed florals and a tropical sweetness reminiscent of mango.

Acidity is bright and lively, balanced by a silky, tea-like body and a clean, refreshing finish.

This is a dynamic and aromatic cup—structured, but expressive.

Brewing Recommendations

Best results with:

Pour-over (V60, Kalita) — highlights clarity and aromatics
Chemex — enhances a clean, tea-like structure
Auto-drip — balanced with bright acidity

Use filtered water and slightly cooler brew temperatures to keep acidity crisp and controlled.

Who This Coffee Is For

• Drinkers who enjoy bright, citrus-driven coffees
• Fans of floral, aromatic profiles
• Those looking for a clean, expressive cup

If you prefer low-acidity or chocolate-forward coffees, this may not be the right fit.

Why We Source from ChocoVilcaMundo

Extreme Elevation Farms
Grown above 2,000 meters for increased sweetness and clarity

Proven Excellence
Consistent performance in Ecuador’s top competitions

Careful Variety Selection
Focused on expressive varieties like SL28, Geisha, and Typica Mejorado

Precision Processing
Clean washed profiles designed to highlight origin and variety

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