Tastes
Apple,
Brown Sugar &
Nutty
Roast Level
Strength
Variety
Arabica, Field Blend
Process
Mountain Water Decaf
Provenance
Chiapas, Mexico
Quetzal Decaf
by Ensambles Cafés Mexicanos from Ensambles Cafés Mexicanos
Quetzal Decaf is a washed, decaffeinated coffee from Chiapas, Mexico. It is grown by smallholder farmers at altitudes between 1,200 and 1,800 meters, near the El Triunfo Biosphere Reserve. The region’s rich soils and diverse microclimates give this coffee balance and depth.
In the cup, you’ll find gentle brown sugar sweetness, notes of dark chocolate and nuts, bright orange-like citrus, and a subtle touch of warm spice. It’s a smooth, approachable decaf with real character and without compromise.
€13.99
In Stock
Delivery till
Friday, the 27th of February 2026
Who produces Quetzal Decaf
Ensambles Cafés Mexicanos, Ensambles Cafés Mexicanos
Ensambles is reshaping the coffee value chain. The organization supports smallholder producers and connects them directly with international roasters. The goal is to build long-term partnerships based on fairness, transparency, and shared value. Quality, sustainability, and fair pay are at the center of every step in the supply chain.
Our relationship with Ensambles Cafés Mexicanos and Ensambles Cafés Mexicanos
€9.65
/kgThe price we pay Ensambles Cafés Mexicanos for your coffee
Direct through Algrano
How Quetzal Decaf is imported
2025
For how many years we have been working with Ensambles Cafés Mexicanos
About Quetzal Decaf
Quetzal Washed Decaf is processed using the Mountain Water Process, a gentle and chemical-free decaffeination method. It removes caffeine while preserving the coffee’s natural flavor and aroma.
The process was developed by Mexican experts at Descamex. It uses pure spring water from Pico de Orizaba, Mexico’s highest volcano.
First, the green coffee beans are steamed to open their pores. This allows the caffeine and soluble compounds to be released. The beans are then immersed in purified water from Pico de Orizaba, which extracts the caffeine.
The water passes through special filters that remove the caffeine while keeping the flavor compounds intact. Up to 99% of the caffeine is removed. Afterward, the aromatic components are reintroduced to the beans. They are then dried, packed, and prepared for export.
Because only water and filtration are used, the Mountain Water Process protects the coffee’s origin character and preserves its natural complexity.
Brewing recommendation for Quetzal Decaf
Brenda recommends the following recipe for brewing Quetzal Decaf with a French Press
Preparation of 30g Quetzal Decaf beans, ground to a grind size between 11.2 and 16 on the Timemore C5 with 450 ml of water at a temperature of 94°C.
Avoid bitterness by setting your grind size to a coarser setting.
Ensambles Cafés Mexicanos
Chiapas, Mexico 1200 - 1800 m a.s.l. Altitude
The coffee grown for Ensambles in Chiapas thrives under shade trees within rich forest environments that blend agricultural productivity with ecological conservation. Most farms operate within traditional polyculture or agroforestry systems that mimic natural forests, boosting biodiversity, soil health, and water retention while protecting against deforestation pressures. These landscapes lie in and around the El Triunfo Biosphere Reserve, a globally important area of tropical mountain forest that supports diverse wildlife and stabilizes local climates. By promoting coffee cultivation under shaded, diversified systems, Ensambles supports both high-quality coffee and the long-term resilience of the ecosystems where these rural communities live and work.
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