Hatch - El Vergel Condor Decaf

Great decaf!

Was recommended by the coffee expert in the cafe. Well worth it

We exclusively used this bag for espresso, and it's amazing in a flat white. We found the leading note is toasted brown sugar, but I also found dried apple and plum notes underneath that help tie it all together (after resting ~24-30 days post-roast). Such a great 'crowd pleaser' decaf, especially at this price point for 300g!

Based on my grinder at the time (DF-54) and for Pour-over/BIRD process, I would describe it as on the stronger, thicker side with a very balanced experience but no delicacy or precision on tastes. Very Good. Need to now try it in the EF-1 with Turbo Burrs. Perhaps it will taste even better.

Long time Hatch customer, tried their usual lineup as well as occasionally the premium ones - this one runs flat, as in both taste and aroma. It's light enough to standout from a sea of mediocre decaf but lacks the characteristic from this origin. Makes a good (oat) milk drink though.

I have had absolutely great success with almost everything that I’ve ordered from Hatch. A variety of coffees, and I’ve loved them all. The last decaf I bought from them was incredible. (El Paraiso Decaf - Anerobic) This one, I love tried a number of different brew methods and haven’t loved it. I taste the brown sugar notes, but not in a way that works for me.