Mexico Organic Mocabe HG Chiapas

by Umberto Fonte on August 2, 2022

Just experienced my very first cup of fresh home roasted Organic Mexican Chiapas coffee. The delicate full flavor and sensation is like nothing I have ever experienced. Who knew that a cast iron skillet, a very low heat and constant movement like popping popcorn could produce such a living brew full of all it’s suble nuances, antioxidants and beneficial health properties. I will never go back to store bought coffee again and going forward will purchase my coffee from the fine folks at Coffee Bean Coral. Looking forward to my next purchase. Thank you!

by Zacharia on May 29, 2022

Just finished our sample roasts and cupping of this coffee. We kind of slacked a little on the number of samples we cupped because we had an idea of where we wanted to end up. Left me just start by saying, this coffee caught us off guard. I don't want to sound disparaging toward organic coffees, but they aren't always all that exciting. This one is different though. I took it to first crack a little faster than I usually do with organics, only about 6:30 with a drop temp set at 380. 1c is distinct and not gradual. You hear that first pop and then 1c got rolling within about 10 seconds, which makes recording 1c less subjective, and great for replicating the roast. We took the coffee about 1:45 past a good rolling 1c, with a ROR around 10 degrees per minute after 1c started. That got the coffee into City+ range, and a total roast time of only about 8:15 (for volume roasters, this ought to put a smile on your face). At city level, 1:15 after 1c, you get a great orange zest notes with super lively acidity. Just 30 seconds and 5 degrees later, the orangey-ness is just starting to fade and the floral and stone fruit notes peak. 10 degrees hotter, and they flatten out, chocolate becomes a bit more predominant, but the complexity quickly fades away. At city+ you get apricot-like stonefruit, mild floral notes, a well-balanced acidity, nice round-body, and beautiful nutty follow-through. This particular crop is at the top of my list this year. What a perfect morning joe!

by Zvi on March 25, 2022

I've been using this since I bought my HopTop roaster (couple of month now). Haven't tasted other beans better than this one. Until 2 weeks ago I used to wait for about 2 min and 30 seconds after first crack, but 2 weeks ago I roasted 2 minutes and 45 seconds after first crack and it was great! I wish I tried it long time ago :-) Note that it didn't taste good after a day, I needed to wait about 4 days. The beans had an oily coating. Unfortunately I can't share the artisan roasting profile that I used, but if anybody wants feel free to contact me: [email protected] and I can send it.

by Pastor Mel on March 9, 2022

I roasted 5lbs of this for a wedding reception and it was a huge hit! Some of the guests are still asking about getting some for home.

by bab on December 6, 2021

I think this is something like my eighth order Organic Chiapas and every bag has been excellent. This batch seems to have more chaff but in all other regards it roasts like the previous deliveries. Excellent in the cup with nice chocolate flavor when taken to the start of 2nd crack. I'm hooked on this coffee!

by Bruce on October 23, 2021

We came upon Chiapas beans many years ago in Berkeley CA when Blue Bottle was a scrappy little company selling small bags of it to a couple of local restaurants. Sunday meant 8 o’clock yoga on 4th Street followed by a Mexican breakfast at Tacubaya across the street, accompanied by one off lattes with Chiapas beans. Time moved on and we moved across the country but had Blue Bottle ship us their roasted beans. Then they dropped it. We tried other versions and enjoyed them, then made the decision to roast our own. These beans don’t need to be roasted as dark some others and provide round and complex notes of chocolate and fruit with a pleasant richness or body. Best with steamed or foamed milk, in our opinion. Still one of our favorites and now we’re roasting the beans ourselves for maximum freshness.

by leVEStiNf on July 8, 2021

Roasted in a Fresh Roast SR700. Tastes like peanuts.

by Louisybarra on March 25, 2021

This is a great roast with a very smooth and bold taste to it. Not very sweet as other coffees but very good base coffee for blends.

by v330030 on February 17, 2021

I light roast these beans. They make very smooth coffee with a nice nutty after taste.

by MacThoms on February 5, 2021

The Mexico Chiapas consistently yields a smooth, rich brew from a medium roast with light husks.

by JH on December 30, 2020

This is the only one out of 4 that’s been roasted and tasted, and the taste was great. My only complaint is there were quite a few bad beans and the way they are shipped does nothing to protect the beans.

by Bruce on November 9, 2020

This was my 3rd order of Organic Chiapas (5#, 10# and 25#) so you can guess I'm very pleased with the offering. I'm roasting this pretty dark and getting the chocolate flavors I hope for. We are very pleased with these beans! And re: my Oct review... I still see the need to rest the roasted beans about a week to get the best flavor in the cup.

by Cafe Volcan on October 14, 2020

Very easy to roast. Roasted my coffee beans to a nice city+. Very smooth and taste a hint of cinnamon. A clean cup and a everyday coffee drink

by sarah on September 16, 2020

I have been roasting for about 5 years and this continues to be my favorite daily cup-er. <3!

by Phil on August 16, 2020

Our favorite daily drinker. Just enough acid to give it life, just sweet enough for richness, nice chocolate and nutty.

by Paul on June 6, 2020

This was my first green bean roast. So take my review with that information. I roast on the stove with two spoons and a cast iron pan. The roast lasts 15-18 minutes, on medium heat because I'm in no hurry. I end up with a medium to dark roast that tastes and smells great. I chose this variety of bean because it was inexpensive and didn't want to experiment with expensive beans. Looks like I picked a good bean regardless. I love it !!

by Yabadabadoo on May 19, 2020

I have been persuaded to leave the dark side lol. this beautiful bean may be the one responsible for getting me to like anything not dark and shiny. My first few batches I did in my hot air popper and it just ruined them, either it never got hot enough to finish a roast (with the temperature sensor connected ) or it went too fast to an Italian roast. 😳🥺 So I decided to take some to work (pizza place) and tried the oven there. It has a conveyer belt set at 6min. And 450° which got me to first crack. after pushing them back in a bit they hit second crack and a few were showing signs of oil on the surface so I pulled em ... now that they set for a day I am drinking a beautiful cup of buttery goodness. 👍👍🤜💥🤛 If you haven't tried these beans and have the equipment to control your roast do yourself a favor and get some.

by CS on May 12, 2020

Love love love this Mexican coffee. Would definitely order it again. Thanks.

by SoulShine on May 9, 2020

Owning a coffee company is quite an adventure, and although this is a nice bean it's not one we would invest in. Definitely a friendly n drinkable cup, no outstanding highlights though. Mexican yesssss, good absolutely but not great either. Thanks we'll keep trying, I've given samples too many customers... I'll be enjoying this at the shop 🤓

by Ava on April 15, 2020

Very tasty and easy to roast on the skiller!

by Andrew on March 15, 2020

Great coffee; this is our new favorite!

by Steven Schiemann on December 9, 2019

This is my go-to, standard bean order from Coffee Bean Corral. Mexican Chiapas has never let me down- I will try other beans but always need to have some of this on hand. Thanks Coffee Bean Corral!

by couldfishallday on May 6, 2019

Best bean I’ve roasted by far !! From a blonde to a full city roast !! Excellent coffee!!

by Quincy Henry on March 24, 2019

Wow! What a great bean. Roasted it dark on open flame. Awesome flavor and really well balanced. I got lots of lemon in my batch not just notes of lemon it was almost as though it was flavored with lemon. Amazingly well balanced. Will be buying again.

by Calvin on March 17, 2019

Great "all day" coffee. As others have noted, it is smooth and well-balanced. This is not necessarily my favorite coffee, as I prefer fruitier flavors, however, that is what makes it so good for all day sipping. And, as stated by others, I have received more compliments on this coffee than on any of my others. I find it does better when roasted a bit longer than I normally would. It is at its best right around the start of second crack. It is a good one to roast dark as well if you're into that sort of thing. I try to have a batch that's pretty dark for when my father comes over. In summary, it roasts well, it's a crowd pleaser, and it's hard to go wrong with this bean.

by mwmovr40 on December 11, 2018

I brew single cup, drip for each cup I drink. I grind it, measure it, allow it to steep about a minute then filter and drink. This coffee has a very mellow flavor with out a lot of tannin or bitter taste. I enjoy it and many of my friends who only drink fancy coffee-drinks, or who don’t think they like coffee at all like it.

by Dmats Hawaii on October 12, 2018

Excellent little bean. Very forgiving for the new roaster. Experimenting with the different roasts is so much fun. Trying to "coax out" the different flavors from this bean is a challenge, but i am getting better at it. Every cup, so far, has been smooth, mellow, and buttery. I could drink this all day long. Love it.

by Rich on June 23, 2018

The first crack roast makes a great every day mild to medium body coffee. You can drink this all day long if that is your thing.

by Stacy on May 26, 2018

I was unimpressed. No nose, not much flavor. I like Tanzania Peaberry much better.

by Hakeem on March 9, 2018

I've had more compliments out of this coffee after roasting than any other kind. Amazing!