Typica - Anaerobic Washed - Pillcocaja Coffee
Anaerobic Washed lot with Green Grape, Geranium, and Pear in the cup.
Azuay, EC · Anaerobic Washed
Producer
Producer overview
Ana Crespo's coffee production is anchored in the Azuay region of Ecuador, with farm elevations situated within an altitude band of 1650 to 1700 meters. This geographic setting provides the cooler temperatures and mountain climate suited to the specific cultivars grown on the farm.
The varietal landscape in the catalog consists entirely of Typica, representing all three lots recorded in the index. This singular focus on a traditional cultivar highlights a commitment to preserving classic cup profiles within the region.
Processing methods for Ana Crespo focus on anaerobic techniques, featuring both anaerobic natural and anaerobic washed treatments. The catalog records two anaerobic natural lots and one anaerobic washed lot, indicating experimentation with controlled fermentation styles applied to the Typica variety.
The catalog footprint for Ana Crespo includes three total coffees represented across the index, with one lot currently in stock. Hydrangea Coffee is the sole roaster noted for carrying these lots, reflecting a focused distribution channel.
Recent catalog examples illustrate this production approach through offerings from Pillcocaja Coffee, roasted by Hydrangea Coffee. These include Typica processed via anaerobic natural methods and Typica processed via anaerobic washed methods.
Ultimately, Ana Crespo's work in the catalog is distinguished by a dedicated focus on the Typica varietal paired with careful anaerobic processing methods.
Distilled from catalog data, COE history, and reviewer coverage.
Producer profile
Varietals
Processes
Altitude
1650–1700m
Anaerobic Washed lot with Green Grape, Geranium, and Pear in the cup.
Azuay, EC · Anaerobic Washed
Green Grape, Geranium, and Pear on an anaerobic washed lot.
Azuay, EC · Anaerobic Washed
Expect Pomegranate, Plum, and Grapefruit from this anaerobic natural lot.
Azuay, EC · Anaerobic Natural
Expect Pomegranate, Plum, and Grapefruit from this anaerobic natural lot.
Azuay, EC · Anaerobic Natural
Related producers
Same country, shared varietals; other farmers whose lots Cherrybook has catalogued.