Pacamara Shake Filter

Technical specifications:

Origin: Mozonte, Nueva Segovia, Nicaragua
Producer: Luis Alberto Balladarez
Farm: Balladarez Properties (multi-farms)
Altitude: 1,550–1,800 m above sea level
Variety: Pacamara
Process: Natural (30–35 days in raised beds)
Harvest: December–March
Roasting: Filter (light–light medium)
Suggested methods: V60, Chemex, Aeropress, French Press

Pacamara Shake comes from Mozonte, in Nueva Segovia, a diverse region where forests, valleys, and drylands combine to create a complex and highly expressive terroir. Produced by Luis Alberto Balladarez, one of Nicaragua's most prominent names, this microlot reflects his focus on special varieties and precise processes.

The cherries are harvested between December and March at the exact point of ripeness, carefully selected and dried for 30–35 days on raised beds, a long drying process that enhances the sweetness of the Pacamara and its fruity character.

The result is a silky, sweet and vibrant filter, with a profile that blends honey, oyster and apple candy, offering a clean cup but full of texture and complexity.

Sensory Summary:
🍯 Golden honey
🫐 Mature oyster
🍏 Sweet/caramelized apple
✨ Clean, aromatic, elegant

STEP 1
To arms, soldier!

STEP 2
First, fold the side of the paper filter so it fits snugly inside your V60. Pour hot water over the filter, soaking it thoroughly to remove any papery taste and allow the ceramic and jug to heat up.

STEP 3
Remove the water from the carafe. Weigh and grind 12g of coffee and place it evenly inside the V60. Now tar your scale with the carafe and V60 on top.

STEP 4
Start the timer and slowly and evenly pour the first 50g of water at 94ºC, trying to wet all the coffee. This first step is known as "Blooming".

STEP 5
At 0:30, pour the next 50g of water using a slow, circular motion, and then pour the final 100g when your timer reads 01:00.

STEP 6
The total time for this recipe should be around 2:00. If the time is less, try grinding your coffee finer, and if it's longer, grind it coarser.

STEP 7
Enjoy your coffee! And keep playing until you find your favorite recipe 🙂