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Nicaragua: Gold Mountain Maragogype Natural
Strawberry, white grape, passion fruit, and jasmine
$22.80 - $38.80
Roast Level
Distinct, Delicious, Direct Trade.
We were introduced to this exceptional coffee by Benjamin and Bethanie at Gold Mountain Coffee Growers - a direct-trade cooperative of Nicaraguan specialty farms. This nanolot is a naturally processed Maragogype varietal, renowned for its exceptionally large beans and intense flavor potential.
The unique Maragogype variety is a natural mutation of Typica discovered near Maragogipe, Bahia, Brazil, and is also a parent of the Pacamara and Maracaturra varieties. The ripest Maragogype cherries are hand-picked at select Gold Mountain Member farms in Jinotega and Matagalpa, grown at altitudes of 1200 to 1500 meters.
The result is a high-quality, low-yield lot that rivals the esteemed Panamanian Geisha naturals found at auctions - a truly distinctive and memorable coffee experience.
A Sweet Treat from the Hills of Nicaragua
Often referred to as the "elephant bean" due to its enormous size, Maragogype stands out for its remarkable characteristics and cup profile.
Processed naturally by drying the whole cherries on raised beds, this coffee can be described as tea-like with delicate cupping notes of strawberry, bubblegum, white grape, passion fruit, and jasmine.
This exceptional lot showcases the commitment to quality and unique flavor profiles that make Gold Mountain Coffee Growers a standout in the world of Nicaraguan specialty coffee.
Taming the Massive Maragogype
When this batch of Maragogype first arrived at our roastery, we quickly realized that these rare, giant beans would require a roast profile totally unique from our other offerings.
In addition to the large size of each bean (some about the size of a US dime), the cellular structure of the beans are less dense than most varieties. This causes the Maragogype beans to take on heat rapidly in the drum roaster, resulting in an extremely short total-roast-time. As Ben Weiner of Gold Mountain Coffee Growers put it, "..roasting Maragogype is a lot more like roasting almonds than coffee beans."
Our roast profile for this coffee finishes in just under 8.5 minutes - about 30% shorter than other coffee varieties - with only 50 seconds of development time after the first audible "crack" around 385°F.
Brewing Guides
Brew Nicaragua: Gold Mountain Maragogype Natural like we do - here’s how.
Highlights clarity and acidity; best with precise grind, flow control, and flat or conical brewers.
| Brew Ratio | 1:16 (e.g., 20g coffee to 320g water) |
| Grind | Medium (like table salt) |
| Water Temp | 93°C / 199°F |
| Total Brew Time | 2:45 – 3:15 min |
| Yield | 300–320g |
Use a conical or hybrid brewer to highlight fruity complexity. Delicate pours emphasize tea-like florals and light fruit acidity.
Full immersion with coarse grind; great for body, sweetness, and lower-acidity profiles.
| Brew Ratio | 1:15 (e.g., 30g coffee to 450g water) |
| Grind | Coarse (like sea salt) |
| Water Temp | 93°C / 199°F |
| Total Brew Time | 4:30 – 5:00 min |
| Yield | 400–450g |
Allow full immersion with occasional stirring. Captures jasmine aroma and sweet, layered fruit notes with smooth body.
Pressure extraction with fine grind; isolates intensity, structure, and balance.
| Brew Ratio | 1:2.25 (e.g., 18g coffee to 40g espresso) |
| Grind | Fine (like powdered sugar) |
| Water Temp | 93°C / 199°F |
| Total Brew Time | 26 – 30 sec |
| Yield | 36–40g |
Pull shot slightly longer to balance acidity and body. Ideal for showcasing passion fruit and white grape brightness with silky finish.
Nicaragua: Gold Mountain Maragogype Natural
Strawberry, white grape, passion fruit, and jasmine
$22.80 - $38.80
Roast Level