What is Honduras Oropendolas Washed?

Honduras Oropendolas Washed is a single origin Arabica coffee from El Paraíso, Honduras, made from smallholder-grown lots and fully washed to highlight clarity, balance, and approachable sweetness.

Where in Honduras does this coffee come from?

It comes from the El Paraíso region, a mountainous area known for washed coffees with clean structure and gentle fruit character.

What varieties are used in this lot?

It is produced from Arabica varieties including IHCAFE 90, Lempira, and Parainema.

What does SHG EP mean?

SHG means Strictly High Grown, a grade typically used for coffees grown at higher elevations. EP means European Preparation, indicating careful sorting standards for defects.

What processing method is used and what does it do to flavour?

This coffee is washed, meaning the fruit is removed before drying. Washed processing typically gives a cleaner cup, clearer sweetness, and a more defined acidity.

What altitude is this coffee grown at?

It is grown at approximately 1,000 to 2,000 metres above sea level, which can support slower cherry development and more structured flavour.

What tasting notes can I expect?

Expect notes of peach, butterscotch, and malt biscuit sweetness, with a clean, medium brightness.

What roast profile suits Honduras Oropendolas Washed best?

City to Full City roasts usually work well, balancing sweetness and clarity while keeping the cup structured and smooth.

Which brew methods work best for this coffee?

It performs well across filter and espresso. Filter tends to emphasise clarity and fruit sweetness, while espresso often brings out rounded butterscotch and malt-like depth.

How should I store green coffee beans to keep them fresh?

Store green beans in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and strong odours, ideally in a breathable bag inside a stable environment with low humidity.

Can this coffee work in milk-based drinks?

Yes. The medium body and soft sweetness can hold up well in milk, while keeping the cup smooth and balanced.

Honduras Oropendolas Washed

Q: Who produces this coffee?

This lot is made up of coffee from various smallholder farms working through local producer groups in El Paraíso.

Price range: £19.10 through £21.60

Honduras Seleccion Oropendolas Washed is a clean and expressive single origin coffee from smallholder farms in the El Paraíso region of Honduras, where high altitude growing and careful washed processing bring out a vibrant and balanced cup. Sourced from a collective of seven farms and processed at Beneficio Sosa with traditional fermentation and patio drying, this lot delivers approachable notes of ripe peach, butterscotch and malt biscuit that work beautifully across filter and espresso brews.

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SKU: EL003 Categories: Green, Honduran Green Coffee Beans, Latest Arrivals, Origin Brand: Small Batch Coffee

Product Details

Honduras Selección Oropendolas Washed

Origin: Honduras
Region: El Paraíso
Estate: Various smallholder farms working through local producer groups
Varietal: Arabica (IHCAFE 90, Lempira, Parainema)
Grade: SHG EP
Processing: Washed

Growing Altitude: ~1,000–2,000 masl
Harvest Period: December – March

Cup Profile

Acidity: Clean, medium brightness

Body: Medium

Flavour Notes: Peach, butterscotch and malt biscuit sweetness

Aroma: Fresh, fruit forward aromatics with soft sweetness

Caffeine: Standard for Arabica

Honduras Selección Oropendolas Washed delivers a clean, balanced and approachable cup with classic Honduran clarity and sweetness. The washed process highlights brightness and structure, while the altitude contributes to gentle fruit complexity and a smooth, easy drinking profile.

Roasting Notes

Best Roast Range: City through Full City

Focus on developing clarity and sweetness while maintaining balance.

Lighter roasts emphasise peach and fruit notes, while medium development enhances malt and butterscotch sweetness with a rounded mouthfeel.

Avoid pushing too dark to preserve brightness and aromatic detail.

Use & Applications

Filter Brewing: Clean and vibrant with clear sweetness

Espresso: Balanced shots with gentle acidity and soft fruit notes

Milk Based Drinks: Maintains structure while remaining smooth and sweet

Batch Brew and Pour Over: Consistent and approachable profile

More About this Coffee

Honduras Selección Oropendolas Washed

Honduras Selección Oropendolas Washed is a smallholder coffee built around clarity, gentle sweetness, and classic Central American balance. Sourced from a group of growers in the El Paraíso region, this coffee is ideal for those who enjoy a clean, structured cup with approachable acidity.

What “Selección Oropendolas Washed” actually means (and why it matters)

“Selección Oropendolas” refers to a carefully curated lot made up of coffee from seven small farms working collaboratively in the mountainous El Paraíso region of Honduras. These producers grow a mix of traditional and modern varieties, combining local knowledge with a focus on quality and consistency.

“Washed” describes the processing method, where ripe cherries are depulped, fermented, fully washed, and then dried. This approach highlights clarity, sweetness, and definition in the cup, allowing origin character to come through clearly.

Taste & character in the cup

Expect a medium bodied cup with bright but balanced acidity. Flavours often lean toward stone fruit and soft sweetness, with notes of peach, butterscotch, and malt biscuit. The result is a clean, lively cup that remains smooth and approachable.

Processing & growing conditions

This coffee is washed processed, with careful fermentation and drying on patios and raised beds. The farms sit at high altitudes, helping slow cherry development and build structure, sweetness, and complexity in the final cup.

Varieties commonly found in this lot include IHCAFE 90, Lempira, and Parainema, all well suited to Honduras growing conditions.

Where it comes from: El Paraíso, Honduras

El Paraíso is one of Honduras’ recognised coffee growing regions, known for its mountainous terrain and smallholder farms. Coffee production here focuses on washed processing, resulting in coffees that are clean, balanced, and versatile across brewing styles.

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Additional information

Weight	1 kg
Select	Green Beans, Sample Roast, Light Roast (min 6kg per batch), Medium Roast (min 6kg per batch), Dark Roast (min 6kg per batch)

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