Volcan Azul Typica Dial

July 30, 2025

Dose: 20 g

Ratio: 1:17

Grind: Slightly Finer than Neutral

Brew Time: 2:42

TDS: 1.34%

Extraction: 19.8%

Sensory Description:

The first thing you’ll notice about a well-dialed cup of Volcan Azul WAE typica, is its clear rose-like aroma. The florals come through in a remarkable way that I typically only experience in reserve level coffees. At first sip, you’ll notice a fresh cherry tartness complemented by a blackberry syrup sweetness and a single-origin dark chocolate note. There’s also a noticeable plum characteristic, and citrus-meets-chocolate note similar to the chocolate oranges you might get during the holidays. My overall impression of this coffee is one of equally vibrant fruit with chocolate, and a floral layer that really sets this coffee apart.

Dial Notes:
This coffee can reach pretty high extraction percentages even with relatively quick brew times. Go slightly finer than what you would typically grind, and don’t be afraid of brew times close to 2:30 on a Hario V60.

Under-extraction on this coffee left the sweetness and florality lacking. The body was a bit thin, and the aftertaste dissipated quite quickly. You’ll likely still get notes of blackberry and cherry, but perhaps closer to the under-ripe versions of these fruits. If that’s the case, set your grinder a little finer and try again. Even if you get a similar brew time, the result might surprise you.

This coffee is pretty forgiving of over-extraction, not developing that drying papery note until you hit really high extraction percentages. However, when over-extracted, you’ll miss out on some of the nuances that define this coffee. Despite the fact that this coffee is naturally processed, you can expect a vibrant acidity out of it, likely due to the warm anaerobic fermentation. If you’re getting chocolate but no fruits, you might be over extracted. And pay special attention to the rose tasting note which is easy to wash out with over-extraction. If that happens, adjust your grinder a little coarser and try again.